Junior QA Apprentice

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Brazil.

📋 Description

• Assist the QA team in their quality assurance efforts for systems, websites, and applications.

• Help execute both manual and functional testing procedures.

• Aid in the development and upkeep of test scenarios and test cases.

• Conduct basic tests to ensure compliance with specified requirements and acceptance criteria.

• Detect unexpected behaviors, inconsistencies, and potential defects.

• Facilitate bug reporting, detailing the issue, reproduction steps, expected outcomes, and actual results.

• Gather test evidence, including screenshots and videos.

• Assist in retesting following bug fixes.

• Support regression testing activities.

• Monitor the squad’s user stories and tasks using Jira or similar project management tools.

• Engage in squad ceremonies, such as Daily Stand-ups, Planning, Backlog Refinement, and Retrospectives.

• Collaborate with QAs, developers, Product Owners, and other squad members.

• Assist in organizing and maintaining test documentation.

• Learn and implement fundamental software quality and development lifecycle concepts.

• Gain knowledge of testing tools and techniques.

• Communicate questions, issues, and obstacles to the relevant QA or team members.

• Foster a culture where quality is a shared responsibility across the entire squad.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a technical program or pursuing an early-stage undergraduate degree in Systems Analysis and Development, Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a similar field.

• A keen interest in technology, software development, and quality assurance.

• Fundamental understanding of computers and digital tools.

• Familiarity with websites and applications.

• Basic programming logic skills are advantageous.

• A foundational understanding of software development is beneficial.

• Academic or personal experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or other programming languages is preferred but not mandatory.

• Experience with Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello, or similar tools is an asset.

• Basic knowledge of Scrum, Kanban, or agile methodologies is a plus.

• Introductory coursework related to software testing, programming, technology, or quality will be regarded positively.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Curiosity and a desire to learn.

• Logical reasoning abilities.

• Organizational skills.

• Effective communication skills.

• Proactive attitude.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Responsibility and commitment to assigned tasks and schedules.

• Willingness to learn and pursue a career in technology.

🏝️ Benefits

• A supportive environment that promotes learning and professional development.

• Performance evaluations and constructive feedback aimed at continuous improvement.

• Meal and/or food allowances.

• Medical and dental insurance coverage.

• Pharmacy discount program for prescription medications.

• Childcare assistance in line with current company policies.

• Partnership with SESC that provides a range of cultural and leisure activities.

• Opportunities for language and technology studies, along with access to a course platform.

• Payroll-deducted loans available at attractive interest rates.

• Financial education programs.

• Corporate University and tailored learning paths.

• Referral program featuring opportunities for prizes and bonuses.

• Group life insurance benefits.