About Company
Join Career.zycto, a dynamic tech firm deeply committed to delivering impeccable software solutions. We champion a culture where meticulous attention to detail and a passion for product quality drive our innovation forward. For a Software Tester, this means stepping into an environment where your analytical skills are not just valued, but essential to our success. You’ll contribute directly to shaping robust, user-friendly products that truly make a difference, working alongside a supportive team dedicated to excellence. If you thrive on uncovering hidden issues and enhancing user experience, Career.zycto offers the perfect platform to grow your expertise.
Job Description
Career.zycto is on the lookout for a highly skilled and dedicated Software Tester with a keen eye for detail and a passion for quality assurance. As a Software Tester, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability, functionality, and user-friendliness of our innovative software products. This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced development environment and is eager to make a tangible impact on product quality and customer satisfaction.
In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing comprehensive test plans and test cases. You’ll dive deep into our applications, meticulously identifying and documenting bugs, inconsistencies, and performance bottlenecks. Your expertise will be crucial in performing various types of testing, including functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing, across different platforms and devices. We believe that robust testing is the backbone of exceptional software, and your contributions will directly influence the integrity and success of our releases.
Beyond just finding bugs, you’ll be a proactive advocate for quality throughout the entire software development lifecycle. This involves close collaboration with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements, provide feedback, and contribute to the overall improvement of our development processes. You’ll help us refine our testing strategies, suggest improvements to product design from a usability and defect prevention standpoint, and ensure that our products not only meet but exceed user expectations. If you are passionate about ensuring a seamless user experience and possess an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality software, we encourage you to apply and join our growing team in Kearsley.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, execute, and maintain comprehensive test plans and test cases for new features and existing functionalities.
- Perform various types of testing, including functional, regression, integration, system, and user acceptance testing.
- Identify, document, and track software defects and inconsistencies using our bug tracking system.
- Collaborate closely with development teams, product managers, and business analysts to understand project requirements and provide effective feedback.
- Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives within an Agile development framework.
- Conduct thorough product reviews and provide constructive feedback on usability, design, and overall user experience.
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of test automation scripts, contributing to an efficient testing pipeline.
- Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to enhance product quality and release efficiency.
- Ensure all software releases meet predefined quality standards and project requirements.
Required Skills
- Proven experience in manual software testing and quality assurance.
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
- Proficiency in designing and executing detailed test cases and test plans.
- Experience with defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps) and test management systems.
- Excellent analytical skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly and concisely.
- Familiarity with web and mobile application testing.
- Basic knowledge of SQL for database validation.
- Problem-solving aptitude and a passion for continuous learning.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with automated testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright).
- Understanding of performance and security testing principles.
- ISTQB certification or equivalent.
- Experience working with CI/CD pipelines.
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
- Generous pension contribution scheme.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Dedicated budget for professional development and training.
- Opportunities for career growth within a rapidly expanding company.
- Modern, collaborative office environment in Kearsley.
- Regular team social events and company outings.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to click on the application link below to submit their CV and cover letter, outlining their relevant experience and why they are a great fit for Career.zycto.
