The EssentialSkillz team is looking for an experienced QA Tester to join our Galway office team. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, a self-starter and dedicated to providing quality solutions.
EssentialSkillz was founded in Galway in 2001 and is the market leading provider of Health & Safety eLearning in the UK. We require passionate people who care about making a contribution to join our equally committed team in Galway and play an integral part in our future growth and success.
- We enjoy success through the delivery of results
- We build long-term relationships based on honesty and reliability
- We develop a sense of belonging, enjoyment and fulfillment
- We enjoy a work environment of trust and collaboration
Requirements:
- Review all quality and test process documentation and continually enhance based on industry and software changes
- Develop, execute and explore automated test processes and scripts to ensure high quality
- Create and manage comprehensive and well structured test plans and test cases
- Work closely and collaborate with the development team to ensure a seamless process
- Plan, coordinate and manage all projects efficiently
- Create test processes based on client requirements and as part of the product implementation process
- Manage and monitor debugging process and results
- Assess internal process to offer continual improvements
- Stay up to date with new testing tools, processes and strategies
- Conduct post-release and pre system implementation testing
- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development life-cycle
Skills:
- Ability to document and troubleshoot errors
- Excellent communication skills
- Good problem-solving skills with a "can-do" attitude
- Analytical mind and problem-solving aptitude
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work on your own initiative and take ownership of a process
Additional requirements:
- Familiarity with Agile frameworks and regression testing is a plus
- Working knowledge of test management software an advantage
- EU working permit
What we offer:
- Work in a development team working on B2B web applications
- Contribute to suggestions/improvements to the software
- Exposure to latest tools/technologies like REST, HTML5 / CSS3, jQuery, Node.js, MongoDB, SSO, LDAP
- Exposure to e-learning industry (SCORM, xAPI, ...)
Experience:
Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role
Experience in project management and/or QA methodology
Bachelor's Degree required