The Senior Tester is responsible for the design of, as well as the running and monitoring of software performance tests on new and existing programs for the purposes of identifying errors, isolating areas for improvement and general debugging. The Senior Tester also mentors and guides junior testers in the fulfillment of their duties.
The Senior Tester provides assistance with the development of user manuals and guidelines. Recommendations for software improvements and upgrades based on the experience gained during the test phase of the software development must also be documented. |
- Job Requirements
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Qualification/s & Experience
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| Formal Education |
Matric
Ideally, a diploma or certificate in information systems, computer science or other relevant disciplines from an accredited school. |
| Experience Required |
Previous experience in Software Product Development;
Hands-on experience developing test cases and test plans
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| Knowledge & skills |
Able to communicate effectively with non-technical staff and with members of interdisciplinary teams;
Flexible and adaptable in regards to learning and understanding new technologies
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| Competencies |
Keen attention to detail;
Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities;
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment;
Experience working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment;
Ability to work under tight timeframes |
- Job Content
3.1 Job Specific requirements:
| Key Performance Area |
Measurement Areas |
Quality Requirements/Standards |
| Testing |
Tested code and recommendations.
Test plans |
- Analyse functional and technical specifications;
- Identify & recommend testing tools for test automation & support;
- Create, maintain & implement test plans;
- Create, maintain & implement test cases as per identified requirements.
- Preparation and definition of Test Data requirements.
- Perform Requirements Extraction
- Log and manage Defects, escalate to Test Lead.
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Defect lists prioritised
Final documentation |
- Provide support to Developers by investigating and recreating reported defects;
- Assist Business Analysts to prioritize defects to be fixed using an understanding of the business requirements and the needs of the customer;
- Plan and work flexibly to a deadline;
- Creating documentation for signoff.
- Assist the Test Lead on large, complex projects;
- Identify risks pertinent to the project and ensure that these risks are communicated to the Test Lead.
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| Product Development |
Output according to methodology |
- Assist and contribute to broader company Product Development efforts across all delivery areas;
- Work following a standard testing methodology
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| Relationships |
Good internal relationships |
- Build good working relationship with management team and colleagues
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| Communication |
Good internal communication
Effective reports
Progress report |
- Proactive and regular communication with: –
- Management and colleagues;
- Direct reports (when applicable);
- Cross-departmental staff members;
- Write reports for management and/or team members on the status of the testing process
- Keep track of actual versus planned progress and communicate delays etc to Test Lead.
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| Knowledge Management |
Broadened Knowledge base
Comprehensive documentation
Competent Testers |
- Continuing professional development;
- Meet personal development plan requirements;
- Maintain a working knowledge and understanding of healthcare management systems;
- Keeping up to date with technical as well as industry sector developments.
- Perform mentoring, coaching and knowledge transfer by assisting peers, other testers and staff in other portfolios / divisions
- Write and maintain documentation to describe program testing, changes, and corrections;
- Maintain a working knowledge in the focus areas of the company.
- Source & share test initiatives new to the market with potential to improve existing processes and methodologies
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