Purpose of the Role:

As a Junior Software Tester at MyXalary Tech Limited, you will play a critical role in maintaining our commitment to delivering high-quality software products. By conducting thorough testing, both manual and automated, you will be pivotal in identifying bugs and improving product reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute detailed test cases to validate software against functional and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with the QA team to identify, log, and track defects throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Support the creation and maintenance of automated test scripts.
• Work with the development team to replicate and resolve issues.
• Participate in design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.

Core Competencies:

1. Attention to Detail: Level 3 – Intermediate

   • Demonstrates a keen ability to notice minute details and discrepancies in software outputs compared to expected results.

2. Communication Skills: Level 2 – Operational

   • Capable of clearly articulating issues and sharing information with peers and superiors in written and verbal form.

3. Time Management: Level 2 – Operational

   • Manages assigned tasks effectively, meeting deadlines consistently.

Business Competency:

1. Understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC): Level 3 – Intermediate

   • Has a solid understanding of how each phase in the SDLC impacts testing and overall product quality.

2. Risk Management: Level 2 – Operational

   • Able to identify potential risks in software releases and communicate them effectively.

Leadership Competency:

1. Team Collaboration: Level 2 – Operational

   • Actively contributes to team meetings and collaborates with team members to enhance test case scenarios.

Technical Competency:

1. Testing Tools and Techniques: Level 2 – Operational

   • Has working knowledge of software testing tools and methodologies and can apply them under supervision.

2. Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving: Level 3 – Intermediate

   • Able to investigate issues methodically and identify root causes effectively.

3. Basic Programming/Scripting Knowledge: Level 1 – Basic

   • Understands basic programming or scripting concepts which can aid in automated testing scenarios.

4. Quality Assurance Best Practices: Level 2 – Operational

   • Familiar with and able to apply industry-standard quality assurance practices and methodologies.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 0-1 years of experience in a software testing role.
• Knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience with automated testing tools is a plus.

Behavioral Traits:

• Detail-oriented and meticulous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Eagerness to learn new tools and technologies.