Junior Software Tester (H/F)
Junior Software Tester (H/F) Location: United States Employment Type: Full-Time Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Software Tester to join our Quality Assurance team. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals looking to build a career in software testing and quality assurance. The successful candidate will assist in testing software applications, identifying defects, documenting results, and ensuring products meet quality standards before release.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute manual test cases and test scripts based on business and technical requirements.
- Identify, document, and track software defects using bug-tracking tools.
- Verify bug fixes and perform regression testing.
- Assist in developing test plans, test cases, and testing documentation.
- Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and QA team members to understand application requirements.
- Participate in functional, integration, system, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
- Document test results and provide clear reports on testing activities.
- Support software releases by conducting validation and post-release testing.
- Follow established QA processes, standards, and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- 0–2 years of experience in software testing, QA, IT support, or a related technical role.
- Basic understanding of software development and testing concepts.
- Familiarity with test case execution and defect reporting.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Internship or academic project experience involving software testing.
- Familiarity with Jira, Azure DevOps, TestRail, or similar tools.
- Basic knowledge of SQL and database testing.
- Exposure to Agile or Scrum methodologies.
- Understanding of test automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright is a plus.