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.