QA & Testing Automation Tech Specialist - CBU

The QA & Testing Auto. Tech Specialist is responsible for supporting the testing team to ensure the quality and reliability of software products. This entry-level role focuses on executing manual test cases, learning the fundamentals of automation, and assisting in the identification and reporting of bugs. The engineer will work under the supervision of senior testers and collaborate with development teams to gain hands-on experience in the software testing lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Test Execution & Documentation

• Execute manual test cases and report defects clearly.
• Assist in documenting test scenarios, steps, and expected results.
• Help maintain test artifacts under guidance.

Automation Support

• Participate in learning automation scripting and framework usage.
• Assist in running automated tests and interpreting basic results.
• Support senior testers in test script development and maintenance.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with Business team members and developers to understand requirements and testing scope.
• Attend daily standups, sprint planning, and review meetings.
• Provide updates on test execution progress and issues.

Learning & Development

• Take part in internal training and mentorship programs.
• Stay updated with foundational QC and automation concepts.
• Gradually take on more complex testing tasks as skills develop.
• Capture lessons learnt and best practice to improve test methodologies.

Not a perfect fit? Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 1 2 years of experience in software testing.
• Internship or academic experience in testing is a plus.
• Basic understanding of software development and QA processes.
• Certified ISTQB Foundation level is mandatory.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of test case design, execution, and bug reporting.
• Familiarity with at least one test management or defect-tracking tool (e.g., JIRA).
• Exposure to test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Appium).
• Basic understanding of scripting or programming (e.g., Java, Python).
• Awareness of Agile methodologies.
• Certified ISTQB Agile tester is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Good communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior team members.
• Detail-oriented mindset with an eagerness to improve.
• Team player with a proactive attitude.