The
tester is concerned with writing and executing tests which ensure that
project
requirements are met. They are required to write and execute
tests as well as
maintain detailed information on the outcomes of
their testing. They use a variety of
tools including, but not limited
to, Excel, Jira, and Selinium. They can also be
responsible for user
training, documentation and feedback.
A tester must be able to read
and understand requirements documents as well as be
able to
understand and take direction from a client representitive, project
manager
or technical lead. They therefore must be able to read and
speak English at a level
adequate to support these tasks.
1.
Primary Objective:
The daily routine of a testers is
focussed writing and executing tests. Projects can
range from a few
weeks to a few years and a tester is expected to contribute
consistently
to the success of the project throughout its lifetime. A tester is
further
responsible for informing their line manager when they become
aware of risks to the
projects success.
2. Reporting:
Technical Lead or Project Manager.
3. Functions and
Responsibilitieso Writing test plans and scripts for functional and
non-functional requirements;o Executing test scripts.
o Writing
automated tests.
o Managing automated test suites.
o Estimating
time to write and execute tests;
o Clarifying requirements;
o
Analysing problems and making recommendations;
o Presenting test
plans in written or oral reports;
o Helping project managers or
technical leads with change-management
activities;
o Writing and
testing new software programs;
o Investigating new technologies;
o
Creating technical documentation;
o Writing operational
documentation with technical authors;
o Constantly updating technical
knowledge and skills by attending in-house
and/or external courses,
reading manuals and accessing new applications;
o Problem-solving and
thinking laterally as part of a team, or individually, to
meet the
needs of the project.
| Years of experience: | 2 year(s) |
| Minimum career level: | Experienced (Non-Manager) |
| Minimum education level: | Bachelors |
* Technical Skills
The primary technical skills required by a tester are:
· Writing and maintaining test scripts and plans
· Writing and maintaining automated test suites using Selenium or other
automation tools
· Manging defect logs using Jira
· Using Scrumworks to keep a record of defect closures
· Understanding of Agile development methodologies
** Competencies
(Refer to Renewtek Competency Framework)
Competency - Level
Teamwork: 1
Integrity: 1
Interpersonal effectiveness: 1
Problem solving: 1
Team leadership: 1
Innovation: 1
Initiative: 1
Results orientation: 1
Risk management: 1

 
 




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