Backend Software Tester (Fully Remote Role)

Intro

Webafrica, a leading ISP in the country, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Backend Software Tester to join our remote team. As a Backend Software Tester, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software applications. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from the comfort of your own home.

If you are passionate about software testing, have a strong attention to detail, and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements

Minimum requirements:

• Must love to work in a team
• Relevant qualification - Computer Science degree or Diploma
• 3+ years’ experience working as a software tester in both web and back-end applications.
• Strong aptitude in learning new testing frameworks.
• Strong knowledge in programming languages:
• C# and Javascript. Basic knowledge in programming languages: ReactJS, PHP, Typescript
• Basic experience with Databases (such as MySql)
• Must work well within an agile software development environment
• Working knowledge of the Scrum methodology’s principles and processes
• Knowledge of OOP design and patterns
• Knowledge of testing tools, RPA tools and testing methodologies
• Strong use of source code repositories
• Ability to compose end-to-end and regression tests using visual studio (or close alternatives) test-suites
• Ability to document test results and reports (when required)
  
  

Key Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English)
• Perceptive and pays close attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work and learn independently
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Self-motivated and driven
• Ability to communicate technical, complex concepts to relevant stakeholders, and provide application instructions to users
• To be able to work methodically
• Must be able to adapt to changing situations and circumstances
  
  

What will you be doing, exactly?

• Translate functional and business requirement specifications into testable quality assurance documents, test plans and test cases.
• Assisting in identifying test cases required to meet the acceptance criteria, identify functional defects and business rule deviations within the system.
• Setting up test environments and testing software.
• Executing functional, regression, end-to-end, GUI and facilitating acceptance testing.
• Perform cross-browser and cross OS testing.
• Define, design, and execute performance and load tests to ensure software scalability and reliability and providing the go ahead for production integration.
• Preparing testing reports on all aspects related to software testing.
• Building / setting up / configuring monitoring scripts/applications to ensure software is running optimally while in production
• Assist the development team with deployment and integration scripts when necessary
  
  

Benefits

Our benefits are second to none - the icing on the Webafrica culture cake:

• We are a Fully Remote work environment
• That’s right! No need to go into the office! You can work from just about anywhere.
  
  

We have partnered with a shared office/workspace called Workshop 17 and we cover the cost of your access to any of their branches around the country – if you’d like a change of scenery from time to time.

• We Kit you out
• We will provide you with all the necessary tech equipment needed for a remote office. Laptop, monitor, and headset. And of course, a UPS to ease the effects of load-shedding!
• We also provide you with Connectivity – FOR FREE!
• We look after your well-being and encourage a healthy lifestyle
• We pay 100% of your medical aid (Discovery& Vitality) – so no deduction unless you want to add a beneficiary or increase your cover to more than what is provided.
• We think of your future too
• Retirement Annuity - up to 5% company contribution in your first year; 7.5% thereafter
  
  

THE CHERRY ON TOP!!! Webafrica rewards stellar performance!

• Performance Bonuses of up to 20% of your cash salary are paid out quarterly, so long as company targets are met.
• Annual individual awards for the Webafricans that outshine the rest!
• We always try to have some fun! Team buildings are a big deal as well as other cultural activities and company events!