QA Tester

Catalyst ,
Cramlington, Northumberland
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £24,000 per annum

Overview

QA Tester Our client is a small, highly successful internet business, with a user base several million strong. Due to growth, they are now looking for a highly motivated, experienced QA Tester to strengthen their current testing team. You’ll be working closely with all areas of the business, be it the client, server or games. Your responsibilities as QA Tester will include: • Developing and maintenance of regression tests suites • Working closely with the QA lead in the implementation of test strategies • Working alongside the client development team • Identifying and reporting of product issues, with the verification of bug fixes and steps to reproduce • Working with the rest of the Test team to complete larger tasks such as implementing new client features • Monitoring active Jira boards covering each project • Executing any test tickets in awaiting QA, along with transitioning them through different states • Producing and maintaining test cases • Working with external beta testing teams • Giving feedback and views on the current beta builds out for testing • Provision of bug reports on the latest test builds As QA Tester, you will need the following skills and experience: • Proven ability and achievement in software testing and quality assurance • Knowledge of software QA methodologies and processes • Experience in writing clear, concise and comprehensive test plans and test cases • Be familiar with the Agile/Scrum development methods • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to liaise with a variety of stakeholders • ISTQB qualification is preferred but not essential Benefits: • Salary £24,000 - 30,000 depending on experience • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays • Company pension scheme • Company bonus scheme • Casual working environment Please note: High levels of interest mean we will only contact you if your application is shortlisted and this will happen within five working days. You must also be eligible to work in the UK. QA Tester, Cramlington