Software Test Engineer in Nairobi
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 Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya, is quickly establishing itself as a major tech hub in Africa, with a growing community of software developers. As the capital city of Kenya and a major economic hub, Nairobi is attracting investment from both local and international tech companies, leading to a high demand for skilled software developers. This has resulted in a booming job market for developers, with numerous opportunities in both established companies and startups. Some of the most sought-after software developer jobs in Nairobi include mobile app development, web development, software engineering, and data science. Kenyan developers are also increasingly working on projects related to fintech, e-commerce, and health-tech, as these industries are rapidly expanding in Kenya and across Africa. The Kenyan government has also been supportive of the tech industry, providing tax incentives and other forms of support to attract investment and promote innovation. This has created an environment in which software developers can thrive, with access to the resources and support they need to build successful careers in the tech industry.
