WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and functionality of both our websites and mobile (iOS & Android) applications. You will need to show that you can understand client & project requirements; identify UX and UI design issues whilst testing; and ideally have proven experience working with any of the following CMS platforms: WordPress, Umbraco, or Optimizely. This role requires a hands-on QA tester with expertise in both manual and automated testing environments.
The Bluegrass QA Manager will oversee your work and you will work very closely with other teams including Project Managers, Developers, and Designers.
REQUIRED SKILLS
3+ years' experience in QA testing for web and mobile applications
Proven hands-on experience with CMS platforms, with Optimizely, Umbraco, or WordPress being very advantageous
Proficient with responsive website cross-browser testing
Proficient using browser Developer Tools for performance and cosmetic testing
Proficiency in automation testing, with tools such as Playwright, Detox, and Selenium being very advantageous
Familiarity with development IDEs, like Visual Studio Code or similar
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Kanban and Scrum
Experience using JIRA for defect tracking
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate technical issues to non-technical stakeholders
ISTQB Foundation certification is advantageous
Understanding of SEO and how to test SEO technical aspects from a QA perspective
Razor sharp eye for detail – you should have a creative eye and the ability to review designs against the final product and pick out those minuscule 1 pixel off bugs and inherently understand when something 'feels wrong' within the user experience
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, execute, and maintain comprehensive test plans and test cases for web and mobile applications
Conceive and replicate test scenarios to break the application for different scenarios
Perform both manual and automated testing to identify, document, and track bugs
Collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure the delivery of high-quality products.
Load and test content within CMS platforms such as Optimizely, Umbraco, WordPress, and Drupal
Master and use testing tools like Playwright, Detox, and Postman to automate test cases and enhance test coverage
Report and manage defects using JIRA and collaborate with the development team for prompt resolution
Participate in Agile methodologies, including Kanban and Scrum, to deliver projects on time
Conduct API testing using tools like Postman (advantageous)
Conduct performance tests using available tools like browser Dev Tools, Google Lighthouse, and GTmetrix
Manually test applications against defined user stories and business logic.
Develop strong 'hands-on' debugging abilities with a talent for putting yourself in the user's shoes to troubleshoot both functional and usability issues.
Test website applications for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) best practices
Complete monthly client Platform Operations (including regression testing), as per agreed SLA client retainers
Functional Testing – manually test applications against defined user stories and business logic.
Scenario Testing – conceive and replicate test scenarios, whilst trying to break the application for different scenarios
Client Contracts – perform your QA duties in line with the clients requirements on a full-time basis, and reporting into client project stakeholders daily.
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