Tester General Overview Tests and evaluates new and modified software applications to ensure they operate as specified. Involves the discovering and reporting of errors, re-testing and revision with the highest attention to detail, following stringent quality procedures and standards. Needs to liaise with users and work closely with System Developers in articulating faults and offering advice and alternate solutions. Skills Listing The ideal candidate possesses a combination of skills and experience in a variety of areas. Below is a list of the most commonly sought after skills, with highly sought after examples listed in brackets. This list is meant as a guide only. Technical Skills •Knowledge of automated testing software tools •Ability to create and implement test plans •Ability to create and process test scripts •Ability to ensure testing is as per Quality Assurance guidelines •Knowledge of object oriented programming languages (eg. C++, Java) •Knowledge of operating systems (eg. Unix, Windows NT •Ability to document testing and error diagnosis results •Knowledge of relational databases (eg. Oracle, Sybase) •Ability to write and interpret technical specifications •Knowledge of Quality control methodologies Non-Technical Skills •Ability to meet deadlines •Process oriented •Problem solving skills •Interpersonal skills •Client interaction skills •Ability to work under pressure •Attention to detail •Methodical approach •Hands-on approach •Ability to work to deadlines