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Software Test Engineer in Lagos

We are looking for a skilled software test engineer to join our QA team in Lagos.

Software Test Engineer in Lagos

About the role:

We are looking for a skilled software test engineer to join our QA team. As a software test engineer, you will be responsible for evaluating software functions and designing test protocols to ensure that products work as intended. You will also be responsible for completing all testing procedures, suggesting performance changes, and preparing performance reports for the development managers.

To ensure success as a software test engineer, you should have advanced knowledge of software design and engineering, a good eye for detail, and a natural gift for software troubleshooting. A skilled software test engineer should be able to identify even the smallest flaw in software designs and suggest simple yet effective fixes.

What will you be doing?

  • Meeting with development managers to discuss software specifications and controls.
  • Using the software as intended to analyze its functional properties.
  • Designing manual and automated test procedures to evaluate each software product.
  • Building, coding, and implementing software evaluation test programs.
  • Running test programs to ensure that testing protocols evaluate the software correctly.
  • Tweaking the software testing systems for maximum performance.
  • Finalizing and documenting testing procedures.
  • Completing final tests and creating test reports.
  • Presenting test reports to management and suggesting software fixes.

Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or similar field.
  • Proven work experience as a software test engineer.
  • In-depth knowledge of program testing software, including Bugzilla and HP LoadRunner.
  • Advanced knowledge of debugging codes and software development languages.
  • Experience working with popular operating systems, including Windows and Linux.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to collate data and compile test reports.
  • Excellent software troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to design and write complex software testing procedures.

Software Test Engineer in Lagos

Lagos, Nigeria, is known for its vibrant and rapidly growing tech industry, with a thriving community of software developers at its core. As the economic hub of Africa's largest economy, Lagos has a large pool of talented and highly skilled developers who are driving innovation and growth in the tech sector. With the increasing demand for software developers in Nigeria and the rest of Africa, Lagos is becoming an attractive destination for international tech companies looking to tap into the region's talent pool. The city is home to numerous tech hubs, incubators, and accelerators that provide support and resources for software developers and startups. Some of the most prominent tech hubs in Lagos include Co-Creation Hub, which provides co-working space, training, and mentorship for tech startups, and Scrums.com, a talent accelerator that trains and connects software developers with top tech companies around the world. These hubs are helping to build a strong and interconnected community of software developers in Lagos who are working together to solve some of Africa's most pressing challenges through technology.

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Do you offer part-time, freelance or contract positions?

Scrums.com clients can hire technical talent in many ways, and we are flexible in our engagements with clients. Though the most popular are full-time, long-term (12 months+) fixed-term contracts.

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Trusted by 400+ companies, Scrums.com empowers businesses to scale with our cloud-based engineering subscription platform. We deliver consistent, cost-effective AI-powered software development, expert teams, and reliable developer analytics, all designed to fuel your growth.

With 13 years of trailblazing delivery across 5 global offices, an 8,500-strong AI-vetted talent pool, and a growing presence in key markets, Scrums.com is the top English-speaking partner for growth-focused companies, agencies, and enterprises.  

Our experience spans across the United Kingdom, United States, South Africa, Canada, and Europe, giving us a deep understanding of diverse business landscapes.  

Furthermore, our talent pool draws from the best and brightest minds across Africa, including experienced developers in Kenya and Nigeria, reflecting our commitment to global talent acquisition.

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