SUMMARY:
We are seeking an Intermediate Test Analyst to join our growing team of technology consultants. This role is ideal for someone with solid manual testing experience, a strong understanding of Agile methodologies, and a proactive approach to quality assurance. You will be involved in the full testing lifecycle, contributing to the...
POSITION INFO:
We are seeking an Intermediate Test Analyst to join our growing team of technology consultants. This role is ideal for someone with solid manual testing experience, a strong understanding of Agile methodologies, and a proactive approach to quality assurance. You will be involved in the full testing lifecycle, contributing to the delivery of high-quality software solutions for our clients.
What you'll do:
- Have a good understanding of web-based testing, including front-end validation and content verification.
- Be strong in regression testing, ensuring consistent functionality across site updates and releases.
- Have experience working with test management tools (e.g., HP ALM-QC, JIRA) to manage and track test cases and defects.
- Some AEM exposure or an understanding of content publishing workflows would be beneficial.
- Perform functional testing based on business requirements, including test design and execution in an Agile environment.
- Create, maintain, and update test cases using tools such as Quality Center (QC), ALM, Azure DevOps, or XRay.
- Execute manual testing across various test phases:
- Investigate and assist in resolving production defects and incidents through targeted testing.
- Conduct back-end testing using SQL queries on Oracle and SQL Server databases.
- Apply risk-based testing techniques to prioritize test coverage on complex systems.
- Perform API testing using tools such as Postman, SOAP UI, and Rest Assured.
- Support mobile testing efforts (manual or automated using Appium) – experience preferred.
- Use Jira for defect tracking and Agile collaboration.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
Your Expertise:
- 5+ years of experience in manual testing within Agile teams
- Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle and testing methodologies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication and collaboration abilities
- Experience within the retail industry will be beneficial
Qualifications:
- Matric certificate (required)
- ISTQB Foundation Certification (required)
- Relevant IT qualification (degree or diploma)
Other information applicable to the opportunity:
- Contract position
- Location: Cape Town – hybrid way of work
- Level: Intermediate
Why work for us?
Want to work for an organization that solves complex real-world problems with innovative software solutions? At iOCO, we believe anything is possible with modern technology, software, and development expertise. We are continuously pushing the boundaries of innovative solutions across multiple industries using an array of technologies.?
You will be part of a consultancy, working with some of the most knowledgeable minds in the industry on interesting solutions across different business domains.?
Our culture of continuous learning will ensure that you will have all the opportunities, tools, and support to hone and grow your craft.?
By joining iOCO you will have an open invitation to developer inspiring forums. A place where you will be able to connect and learn from and with your peers by sharing ideas, experiences, practices, and solutions.?
iOCO is an equal opportunity employer with an obligation to achieve its own unique EE objectives in the context of Employment Equity targets. Therefore, our employment strategy gives primary preference to previously disadvantaged individuals or groups.
