To function as a Software Test Analyst is to ensure the quality, functionality, and reliability of software applications by designing and executing thorough testing processes.
Involves identifying defects, improving testing strategies, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance software performance while maintaining compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Key Duties / Responsibilities
Expertly analyse requirement specification documents to ensure clarity,
completeness, and alignment with project objectives.
Determine the scope and coverage of testing activities.
Establish a clear and effective test approach.
Assess and define specific test requirements.
Identify and document test scenarios and conditions with precision.
Develop checklist-based scenarios to streamline test execution preparation.
Establish traceability by linking test scenarios to requirements.
Prepare, log, and monitor requirement issues using the issue log.
Design and script well-structured test cases.
Organize and manage test collections and suites efficiently.
Analyse and prioritize test cases according to the test execution flow.
Prepare and manage test data effectively for accurate validation.
Conduct comprehensive end-to-end manual testing to validate system
functionality.
Plan, organize, and execute regression testing using manual testing
techniques.
Develop, run, and maintain automated test scripts for efficient test execution.
Identify and validate defects with precision.
Provide clear and detailed descriptions of identified defects.
Assign appropriate severity levels to logged defects.
Categorize and update defect statuses accurately.
Log defects effectively using a defect management tool.
Identify issues, gaps, and potential improvements during testing activities.
Prepare concise and informative daily status reports.
Generate test progress reports to track overall testing effectiveness.
Key Performance Indicators
Initial Analysis of the various artefacts and design of test scenario identification
No unjustifiable costs incurred.
Documentation of all testing artefacts.
Development of test cases and consequent execution.
Communications including reporting etc.
Qualification / Certification
A good First Degree or its equivalent, preferably in Computer Science/ICT or any related field.
Completion of NYSC, Professional qualification or/ and membership of an internationally recognized Management Association will be an advantage.
3 - 5 years postgraduation experience in either software testing, IT quality assurance, business analysis, product management.