Software Tester Engineer Level 1 at Technobrain

This role holder ensures that application solutions quality is assured before launch to the market. The incumbent shall work closely with the assigned Microsoft contact person in running test scenarios and corrective measures ensuring apps deployed have passed optimum performance scores.  He or she must be a software guru undertaking various testing techniques to the process of executing a program or application with the intent of finding software bugs (errors or other defects). To succeed in this role, the incumbent must be a quick thinker to translate of partner requirements, an achiever, a tech whizz, and an aggressive driver of deadlines for positive relationships across the board immediately. 

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Academic Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or related fields 

Experience 

• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in a software testing environment. 
• Understanding of SDLC 
• In-depth knowledge of Windows Operating Systems 
• Proficiency in MS Office and SQL Queries. 
• Basic Azure knowledge and certifications are a plus. 
• Understanding of C# and PowerShell is a plus. 
• Any combination of certifications in Testing Tools, ISTQB is preferred  Personal Attributes 
• Technologically savvy: should have a vested interest in using the latest technologies and is constantly seeking to expand their knowledge base. 
• Team Player: Must be able to work in a team-oriented and collaborative environment 
• Customer satisfaction Oriented 
• Result-Oriented / solution driven/ Innovative 
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), Presentation and consulting skills; attention to detail; and Analytical 
• Commercial awareness and excellent networking across the industry 
• Flexibility and adaptability to change and ambiguity 
• Teamwork skills & diplomacy (ability to work with a diverse group of individuals in a professional and service-oriented manner) 
• Excellent time management skills 
• Excellent communication skills and proven willingness to develop others potential within their teams.
• High Emotional Intelligence and enthusiasm needed to motivate a team to perform 
• Work experience in a fast-growth environment. 
• Agile and resilient and shows interest in continuous personal development 

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Test Management 

• Responsible for setting up the test environment, create/ design Test scenarios and Test cases 
• Analyze, review and assess software requirements, specifications and models for testability 
• Measure performance of components and provide data for software metrics 
• Track overall app productivity i.e. bugs arising and resolution quality 

Test Script Creation and Refactoring 

• Automate tests (supported by test lead) 
• Contribute to the creation of test plans 
• Contribute in creation of test reports 
• No of bugs triaged as per defined process 
• Accountable for App testing configurations software modules (Unit and integration testing) against final requirements as per Microsoft/partner requirements 

Test Execution 

• Prepare and acquire test data 
• Execute and log tests, evaluate results and document deviations from expected results 
• Conduct Peer Reviews on Test Cases and Defects 
• Perform Sanity, System Testing and Regression Testing 
• Coordinating with Development Team Regarding Project Status and Builds 

Test Reporting 

• Run reports on identified defects and track them to closure 
• Periodic (Daily) reporting of the Daily status of all assigned tasks to the supervisor 
• Planned attendance for optimum service support as scheduled 

Knowledge Transfer: 

• Conducting and participating in Trainings, Team Meetings, and other Knowledge Transfer Projects 
• Actively generate innovative ideas Eg: Number of fresh approaches/ideas introduced"