Job Brief
The Software Quality Control Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and performance of software applications through rigorous testing and analysis. This position involves developing and executing comprehensive software tests to identify issues and their root causes, facilitating system modifications, and documenting defects using a bug tracking system. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience in software testing methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute detailed test plans and test cases to ensure software quality and functionality.
- Identify, record, and document software defects using a standardized bug tracking system.
- Collaborate with software developers to communicate defects and ensure timely resolutions.
- Conduct regression testing and validate system modifications prior to implementation.
- Create and maintain a database of known defects and track their resolution progress.
- Participate in software design reviews to provide insights on functional requirements and product designs.
- Perform exploratory testing to uncover hidden issues and improve overall software quality.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in software quality assurance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience in software quality assurance and testing processes.
- Familiarity with bug tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla) and test management software.
- Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies.
- Proficient in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test documentation.
- Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks is a plus.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
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