[Hiring] Manual Tester @Inspired Thinking Group (ITG)

Role Description

We are excited to welcome a skilled and experienced Software Tester to our dynamic Development Team. The ideal candidate will bring strong core competencies to enhance our team’s ability to support both new and ongoing development projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of quality assurance initiatives, contributing significantly to both the stability and innovation of our software solutions.

• Thoroughly test developed web applications against specified requirements across a variety of desktop browsers and mobile devices, ensuring cross-platform compatibility and a seamless user experience.
• Diligently record, monitor, and manage defects to ensure clarity, traceability, and timely resolution, while maintaining clear communication with development teams and stakeholders.
• Create and maintain comprehensive manual test documentation, including test plans, test cases, step-by-step test scenarios, manual test scripts, and defect reports.
• Collaborate closely with developers and stakeholders to resolve issues effectively, provide clear feedback, and participate in defect triage meetings.
• Track test progress in line with release schedules, prioritising workloads efficiently to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
• Review test environments, test coverage, and manual QA processes to support continuous improvement and uphold high-quality standards.
• Support project planning by providing accurate estimates for manual testing efforts.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in Manual QA, including testing web-based applications and cross-browser functional testing.
• Ability to create and maintain comprehensive manual test documentation.
• Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Working knowledge of BDD-style acceptance criteria and test scenario writing.
• Strong MS Office skills, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to think quickly, adapt under pressure, and manage tight deadlines effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.

Requirements

• Experience working within an Agile team.
• Equally adept at working on both PC and Mac.
• ISEB/ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing.
• Educational qualification to degree level.

Benefits

• This role has a salary range of between 280,000 - 450,000 (ZAR) annually.

We Value Diversity

We champion and welcome diversity in our workforce and ensure all job applicants receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender or gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We are committed to increasing the visibility and recognition of talent from under-represented groups within our organisation and the wider industry.

At the end of the day, we make sure we take time to look after ourselves, each other, and the planet because we’re always stronger together.