Quality Assurance (Software) Technician

Quality Assurance (Software) Technician The company is a vibrant and growing technology company based in Wareham, Dorset. We are looking for a full-time software tester to join our Quality Assurance team, in order to meet new challenges and markets. This is an entry level QA role, which additionally offers the potential to move towards a junior developer position in the future, if desired. Our software suite is used by customers across the globe, from the United States to New Zealand, with users on all five continents. We service the Cinema, Theatre and Attractions market in all areas of technology including Admissions, Retail, Hospitality, Digital Signage, Web and Mobile. Responsibilities As a QA Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out manual testing on desktop, website, mobile applications, assessing the right processes and best practices for testing, as well as continually increasing test coverage. You will provide direction on user interface and application flow in order to ensure the quality of our product from a user experience perspective. You will work closely with the other teams within the business to consistently improve functional quality and performance through our product suite. Document and maintain manual test plans for desktop, web, and mobile products Create well organised test scripts and processes Execute functional, user acceptance tests and regression tests to deliver stable releases Assist the QA Team Leader and other teams with the creation of documentation for software releases Assist the QA Team Leader to agree the testing approach and priorities for tests Ensure the quality of our product, including visual and user interface direction Provide assistance to the Support, Development and Web teams by investigating and testing defect cases Document user guides for new functionality and maintain existing guides Required Skills Problem solving skills, being able to think ‘outside the box’ Attention to detail Good time management and ability to work to deadlines Ability to work in a team and independently, as projects dictate Strong communication skills Desired Skills Experience in formulating and executing test cases and scripts Experience with MS Office, particularly Excel. A previous role in a software related environment e.g. 1st/2nd line Support. Package and Benefits We have a relaxed work environment, regular social events and other lifestyle perks. We are passionate about growing our product to make it the best by nurturing our team to improve their skills and progress their careers. Market rate salary, based on experience. Enrolment in the Company Pension Scheme 30 days holiday p.a. (inclusive of five Bank Holidays) Relaxed and casual work environment Flexible working hours Local road and rail connectivity Free fruit and refreshments Free on-site parking If you think this is the job for you, send your CV and cover letter via the link provided. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89658003