Automation & QA Test Analyst — Agile Specialist

Boardroom Appointments

Johannesburg

On-site

ZAR 500,000 - 700,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Boardroom Appointments is seeking an experienced Technical Test Analyst to join our QA team. You will design and implement automated and manual tests for new software releases, collaborate with product managers and developers, and help refine our testing processes.

The role emphasizes cross-functional alignment, mentoring, and delivering high-quality software on sprint cycles. Ideal candidates bring 2–5 years in a technical testing role, proficiency with Jira and automation frameworks, and a

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years as a Technical Test Analyst.
Preferred 3–5 years in a similar role.
Experience across manual and automated testing and product design involvement.

Responsibilities

Analyse and create automated or manual tests to identify issues before product launch.
Develop test strategies and plans for functional/automation projects.
Build enhancements to test frameworks to increase speed and productivity.
Automate GUI/API and functional solutions using different tools.
Refine automation methodologies and approach, improve SQA processes.
Define metrics to evaluate manual vs functional effectiveness.
Design, implement, and report on automation solutions.
Participate in project workshops, scoping sessions, and risk management.
Mentor and train staff in testing practices.
Collaborate with product managers and development teams to align requirements.
Log defects in Jira and track testing progress across Agile teams.