DistantJob is hiring a
Agile QA Tester in Worldwide

Summary

The client is seeking a seasoned Agile QA Tester with 5+ years of experience to join their dynamic team. The candidate will collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and stakeholders in an Agile/Scrum setting, develop test cases, identify and document bugs, coordinate with development teams to resolve issues, and adhere to Agile testing principles. The role requires a strong understanding of various testing methodologies, proficiency in scripting languages like Java or Python, and excellent communication skills.

Requirements

• 5+ years of proven QA Tester experience
• Familiarity with Agile frameworks
• Experience with automated testing tools such as Selenium, JMeter, TestNG, Protractor, Cucumber, etc
• Good understanding of various testing methodologies, including unit, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing
• Proficient in documenting and troubleshooting errors
• Strong grasp of Java, Python, Ruby, or other scripting language
• Solid SQL skills, or other querying language
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving aptitude
• Strong organizational skills
• BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Availability for meetings within the Eastern time zone
• Comfortable working with both manual and automation testing

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and stakeholders in an Agile/Scrum setting to comprehend product requirements and devise test plans accordingly
• Develop, revise, and maintain test cases for software products
• Identify, document, and prioritize bugs discovered during testing
• Coordinate with development teams to resolve issues promptly
• Create detailed, well-structured test plans and cases
• Conduct thorough regression testing post-issue resolution
• Adhere to Agile testing principles, continuously reviewing and enhancing testing processes
• Monitor quality assurance metrics such as defect densities and open defect counts
• Participate in sprint planning, review, retrospective, and daily stand-up meetings
• Stay abreast of new testing tools and strategies

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes
• Experience with security or performance testing as well
• CSTE or ISTQB certifications
• Understanding of CI/CD tools like Bamboo or Jenkins
• Experience with Docker or Kubernetes