QA Tester

 

A QA Tester (Quality Assurance Tester) also known as a software engineer, tests out new and existing software. If you share an interest in becoming a QA tester, search below for more information and learn a QA tester's roles and responsibilities and find a career in software engineering today.

What is a QA Tester?

A QA tester, is a software engineer that tests websites and software while they are being developed or tests existing software and websites. Their role is to improve the quality of the website and software, improving any malfunctions or flaws found on a website or software.

 

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QA Tester Job Description

QA Tester Job Overview

QA testers generally work alongside software and website developers in companies to test software and websites while they are in the development stages. Their job is mainly to test out the quality of software and websites and ensure that software and websites function seamlessly. QA testers are also responsible for tracking all design processes and implementation of a company’s information or products on a website. The role also requires them to develop plans to test software and websites.

Responsibilities of a QA Tester

• Carry’s out test cases
• documents and assess test results
• Monitors imperfections and troubleshoot problems
• Reviews test procedures
• Improves quality of website and software
• Tests software and websites
• Executing manual tests
• Setting quality standards

QA Tester Qualifications

To become a QA tester, a Bachelor’s degree is needed, QA testers study computer science, business or computer applications as well as software engineering. 2 years of experience in the industry is needed.

Skills needed:

• Teamwork skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Flexibility
• Good communication skills
• Powerful skills in IT
• Problem-solving skills
• Time management skills
• Paying attention to detail

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QA Tester Jobs currently open:

Senior Tester / QA Specialist
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
19 days ago


Senior Automation Tester
Location: Cape Town
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3 days ago


Software Tester (AI-Enabled Testing Specialist) – Contract
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 1 000 000
We are looking for a forward-thinking Software tester with a passion for leveraging AI (immediately available) to enhance testing and delivery processes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team where innovation, automation, and continuous improvement are at the core of how we work. Key Responsibilities:Apply AI tools and techniques to improve and refine:Business Requirement Spe...
4 days ago


Software Test Engineer (Embedded/Firmware)
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Market-related
A leading technology and manufacturing business is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join its team in Modderfontein.
48 days ago


Senior UAT Tester - Remote position based in South Africa or Portugal
Location: Durban
Salary:
63 days ago


UAT Tester - Remote Position Portugal/South Africa
Location: Durban
Salary:
63 days ago


Odin Checkpoint Product & QA Coordinator
Location: Port Elizabeth
Salary: Market related
Ensuring the effective coordination, quality assurance, and delivery of development work, etc.
6 days ago


QA Compliance Clerk
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
A manufacturer of personal care products is looking for a qa Compliance Clerk to join their team. The qa Compliance Clerk will oversee key quality performance areas, including Change Control management, equipment calibrations, and GMP/QMS compliance. The position will report to the qa Manager. The duties include, but are not limited to: Coordinate and manage Change Controls, ensuring that all prop...
10 days ago


QA Compliance Clerk
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
10 days ago


AI – Factory - QA Engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Hourly
We are hiring an experienced qa Engineer in the AI Factory to develop and implement test strategies, perform automated testing, and validate AI outputs.
13 days ago