Software Tester

Job Title: Software Tester (QA Tester)

Job Summary

The Software Tester is responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of software products before release. This role involves designing and executing test cases, identifying defects, verifying fixes, and working closely with developers and product teams to deliver stable, secure, and user-friendly software. The Software Tester plays a critical role in preventing production issues and improving overall product quality.

Key Responsibilities

Review software requirements, specifications, and design documents to understand test scope

Design, develop, and execute test cases, test scenarios, and test plans

Perform manual testing (functional, regression, integration, UAT)

Conduct basic automated testing where applicable (if tools are available)

Identify, document, track, and verify software defects using bug-tracking tools

Re-test resolved defects and validate fixes

Perform API testing, UI testing, and data validation where required

Ensure software meets business, compliance, and security requirements

Collaborate with developers, product managers, and business teams to clarify issues

Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and release readiness assessments

Assist in improving QA processes, testing standards, and documentation

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Proven experience as a Software Tester / QA Tester

Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and SDLC

Experience with manual testing techniques and defect tracking tools

Ability to write clear and structured test cases and bug reports

Basic understanding of databases and SQL (preferred)

Familiarity with web and mobile application testing

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail and strong sense of responsibility

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Postman, Cypress)

Experience testing financial, payment, or compliance-sensitive systems

Knowledge of Agile / Scrum development environments

Experience with API and integration testing

ISTQB or similar testing certification

Key Competencies

Quality-focused mindset

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Logical thinking and structured problem analysis

Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems

Success Metrics

Reduction in production defects

Test coverage completeness

Timely completion of testing cycles

Quality and clarity of defect reports

Smooth product releases with minimal post-release issues