Program Associate (Software Tester)

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About the Organization

Established in 1976, the National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) is a premier institute of Ministry of  Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India, for research and capacity building for urban sector in  India. NIUA’s broad objective is to bridge the gap between research and practice on issues related to  urbanization. For more than 40 years now, NIUA has been the vanguard for contributing to and building  the urban narrative for a fast-evolving urban India. The Institute has been actively working on bringing  forth key areas of concern for urban India in order to build the urban discourse at various urban scales. It has utilized its competencies in research, knowledge management, policy advocacy and capacity building  to address urban challenges and continuously striving to develop sustainable, inclusive and productive  urban ecosystems in the country. It has emerged as a thought leader and knowledge hub for urban  development in India and is sought out by both Indian and international organizations for collaborations  and partnerships in India’s urban transforming journey. NIUA is committed towards aligning its efforts  towards achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through all its initiatives and programmes.

Job Responsibilities

• Test Planning and Design: Develop comprehensive test plans and test cases based on software requirements and specifications.
• Manual and Automated Testing: Execute manual and automated tests to ensure the software meets quality standards.
• Unit and Integration Testing: Perform unit and integration testing to verify individual components and their interactions within the system.
• Functional Testing: Conduct functional testing to validate the software's functionality against defined requirements.
• Bug Tracking and Reporting: Identify, document, and track software defects using bug-tracking systems, and collaborate with the development team for resolution.
• Regression Testing: Perform regression testing to ensure that new code changes do not adversely affect existing functionalities.
• Collaboration: Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the enhancement of testing processes and methodologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in software testing, encompassing both manual and automated testing approaches.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Software Tester (CSTE), ISTQB Agile Tester Certification, or Certified Associate in Software Testing (CAST) are preferred.

Required Skills and Competencies:

Technical Proficiency:

• Strong understanding of computer architecture and software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Proficiency in manual testing techniques and experience with automated testing tools.
• Familiarity with unit testing, integration testing, and functional testing methodologies.
• Experience with bug-tracking systems for effective defect management.

Analytical Skills:

• Ability to analyze complex software systems and identify potential areas of risk.
• Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively.

Communication Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate findings and collaborate with team members.

Attention to Detail:

• Keen eye for detail to identify discrepancies and ensure software quality.

Adaptability:

• Ability to adapt to new tools, technologies, and processes in a dynamic work environment.

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