Pretoria: Functional Test Analyst

Requirements 3-year IT Diploma/Degree in Software Development. 58 years’ experience in software testing. ISTQB Foundation or Test Analyst certification. 35 years’ experience in conducting functional and database testing, as well as coordinating and reporting on SIT and User Acceptance Testing preparation, execution, and sign-off. Experience with testing tools (MF ALM/Octane). Experience testing in Agile projects. Experience in integration testing. Knowledge and experience in analysing large data sets. Experience in data migration testing. Understanding of testing concepts, i.e., testing methodologies and techniques. Key Deliverables Integration, functional, regression, automation testing and user acceptance testing: Testing approach Functional test cases Automation testing plans Read data mapping sheets Data testing framework Analyse data sets Operate in Agile and Hybrid environment Test execution results Defects management reports Test deliverable sign-off certificates Test closure reports Knowledge transfer document per project Test completion sign-off Requirements The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas: Creating functional test scripts based on business and functional requirements documents, in partnership with business stakeholders, for system integration testing and user acceptance testing. Validating requirements for testability, data migration, integration requirements, and ensuring business needs are met through the development of accurate test cases. Planning testing activities in a timely manner to ensure requirements are met and signed off. Executing test scripts and analysing test results. Operating within an Agile environment. Performing functional and integration testing. Working across multiple applications and networks. Developing and executing manual and/or automated tests using MF ALM and the UFT plugin. Accurately estimating testing effort and coordinating work activities with team members. Running automated testing scripts. Analysing and verifying optimal data and functional testing approaches to meet test objectives. Defining regression packs based on critical business processes. Automating the regression suite and maintaining automation scripts. Performing any additional tasks or services closely related to the above responsibilities.