Testing Analyst
Evaluate and validate the performance and functionality of software or systems through testing.
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- What's it like to be a Testing Analyst?
- How to become a Testing Analyst
- Top skills and experience for Testing Analysts
What's it like to be a Testing Analyst?
Testing Analysts are professionals who work on finding and resolving software issues, ensuring the quality and functionality of a product before it's sent to market. Common responsibilities include designing test plans, executing test cases, identifying and documenting defects and verifying fixes. They often operate in a variety of industries, anywhere a new piece of software is developed, including finance, tech and telecommunications sectors. Testing Analysts possess strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of software systems and applications.
Tasks and duties
- Engage closely with stakeholders to understand testing requirements and expectations.
- Design, develop and execute automated data quality tests.
- Conduct manual data quality tests for cases not covered by automation.
- Analyse test results, identify issues and recommend solutions to problems identified.
- Document and report findings, errors and subsequent updates.
- Participate in the continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies.
- Ensure that testing activities align with business and project objectives.
How to become a Testing Analyst
To become a Test Analyst, a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is typically required.
- Obtain a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.
- Acquire a strong understanding of software, hardware, networks, and the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Proficiency in different programming languages and database systems is crucial for effective test analysis.
- Cultivate a keen eye for detail to meticulously review lines of code, detect anomalies, and prevent minor issues from escalating into significant problems.
- Develop proficient problem-solving abilities to identify and rectify software issues efficiently.
Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Testing Analyst employers on Jobstreet are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas.
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