Senior QA Engineer - Automation

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior QA Engineer specializing in automation to bolster the quality assurance team in Kimberley. You will design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks across the software development lifecycle to ensure high-quality releases.

The role requires hands-on experience with web and mobile automation tools, collaboration with development teams, and mentoring junior QA engineers. A hybrid work model and competitive benefits are offered in Kimberley.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software QA with emphasis on test automation.
• Programming experience for automation scripting (Java, Python, or JavaScript).
• Hands-on experience with automation tools Selenium, Appium, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Solid understanding of QA methodologies, bug tracking (Jira), and test management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for web and mobile applications.
• Execute automated test suites, analyze results, and report defects clearly and concisely.
• Collaborate with development teams to understand software design and anticipate potential issues.
• Identify opportunities for test automation and continuously improve testing processes and tools.
• Perform various types of testing, including regression, integration, and performance testing.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and promote best practices in test automation.

Skills

Automation testing

QA methodologies

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Selenium

Appium

Cypress

Playwright

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior QA Engineer with a focus on Automation to strengthen their quality assurance team in Kimberley . This role is vital for developing and implementing robust automated testing strategies across their software development lifecycle. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining automated test frameworks, ensuring the highest quality of their software products through efficient and effective testing methodologies. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QA professional to drive automation initiatives and contribute to delivering exceptional software.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for web and mobile applications.
• Execute automated test suites, analyze results, and report defects clearly and concisely.
• Collaborate with development teams to understand software design and anticipate potential issues.
• Identify opportunities for test automation and continuously improve testing processes and tools.
• Perform various types of testing, including regression, integration, and performance testing.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and promote best practices in test automation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software quality assurance, with a strong emphasis on test automation .
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript) for automation scripting.
• Hands-on experience with automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium, Appium, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Solid understanding of QA methodologies, bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira), and test management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical and retirement contributions.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in QA and automation.
• Exposure to a variety of technologies and a collaborative development environment in Kimberley .
• A hybrid work model that balances in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.
• Be a key contributor to the quality and success of innovative software products.