Solutions Tester

Solutions Tester

Reference: JHB000425-AM-1Gijima Staffing Solutions is responding to a tender: We are seeking the Solutions Tester is responsible for conducting thorough testing and quality assurance of software solutions to ensure they meet both functional and non-functional requirements. This role involves developing test plans, executing tests, and working closely with development teams to identify and resolve defects, ensuring high-quality software delivery.
Key Responsibilities:

Test Planning & Design:Develop comprehensive test plans, scenarios, and scripts based on solution requirements and design documents. Define clear acceptance criteria to ensure solution alignment with business goals.






Manual & Automated Testing:Execute both manual and automated tests across various phases (functional, integration, regression, performance, and user acceptance testing). Ensure consistent and reliable test results across environments.
Defect Identification & Management:Identify, document, and report defects, working closely with development teams to track and resolve issues. Collaborate with developers to troubleshoot and reproduce issues as needed.
Quality Assurance:Ensure that solutions meet the required quality standards by performing thorough testing and validation. Review the test outcomes and ensure alignment with the expected performance and usability criteria.
Test Automation:Contribute to the development and maintenance of automated test suites, improving test efficiency and repeatability. Leverage automation tools to reduce manual effort in regression and performance testing.
Collaboration with Stakeholders:Work closely with product managers, developers,





and business analysts to understand solution requirements and provide feedback on testability and quality considerations.
Documentation & Reporting:Document test results, provide detailed defect reports, and generate quality reports for stakeholders. Ensure all testing activities are properly documented and adhere to company standards.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

Minimum of 4 years of experience in software testing or quality assurance roles.

Technical Skills:

Experience in testing methodologies, tools, and processes (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
Proficient in automated testing tools such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or Postman for API testing.






Familiarity with defect management tools like Jira, Bugzilla, or Trello.
Knowledge of SQL for database testing and validation.
Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or similar tools.

Soft Skills:

Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.

Tools & Technologies:

Automated Testing Tools: Selenium, TestNG, Cucumber, JUnit
Performance Testing: JMeter, LoadRunner, BlazeMeter
Defect Management: Jira, Bugzilla, Trello
CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI
Scripting & Development: Java, Python, SQL







Additional Considerations:

Knowledge of Agile and DevOps practices will be beneficial.
Experience with cloud-based testing environments (AWS, Azure) is a plus.

Hourly

▶️ Solutions Tester
🖊️ Gijima Holdings
📍 Randburg