Intermediate Test Analyst

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)