QA Analyst / Engineer

QA Analyst / Engineer job description

The QA Analyst Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software applications through systematic testing and quality assurance processes. This role plays a key part in the software development lifecycle by identifying defects, improving test coverage, and supporting continuous delivery.

QA Analyst / Engineer duties and responsibilities of the job

Key responsibilities of a QA Analyst/Engineer in the tech IT sector include:

Designing, developing, and executing manual and automated test cases

Collaborating with developers and product teams to define acceptance criteria

Identifying, logging, and tracking bugs through resolution

Participating in sprint planning and Agile ceremonies

Performing regression, integration, and system testing

Maintaining and updating test documentation and test plans

Contributing to continuous integration and delivery pipelines

Ensuring compliance with quality standards and best practices

Providing feedback to improve functionality, usability, and performance

Typical QA Analyst / Engineer job qualifications and requirements

A degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is typically required, with ISTQB certification or a similar qualification considered advantageous. Hands-on experience with testing frameworks and tools is essential, along with a strong understanding of software development processes.

Experience with both manual and automated testing in Agile and DevOps environments

Proficiency in testing tools such as Selenium, JIRA, TestRail, Postman, or Cypress

Strong knowledge of testing frameworks and scripting/programming languages (e.g. Java, Python, JavaScript)

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (e.g. Jenkins, Git)

Understanding of API testing, performance testing, and cross-browser/device compatibility

Experience with test case design, test planning, and defect tracking

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on root cause analysis

Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance best practices

Knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies (e.g. TDD, BDD)

Ability to collaborate with developers, business analysts, and product teams to ensure software quality

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Salary for QA Analyst / Engineer

90500 - 130500

25th Percentile

90500

The candidate has little or no prior experience in the position and is still developing relevant skills.

50th Percentile

110500

The candidate has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.

75th Percentile

130500

The candidate has above-average experience, has most or all the necessary skills and may have specialised qualifications.

Salary range based on three percentiles The starting salaries represent gross yearly salaries. They do not include bonuses, benefits or superannuation.

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