Automation Test Analyst

Ozow; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a talented Automation Test Analyst to enhance their software quality assurance team. This role involves developing and maintaining testing frameworks, automating test scripts, and ensuring seamless integration into CI/CD pipelines. You'll be a key player in tracking defects, documenting results, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve software applications. If you're passionate about technology and eager to work in a dynamic environment that values growth and innovation, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes data security and compliance while offering a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Healthy breakfast, lunches and snacks

Monthly team connects

Medical aid subsidy

Group Risk Insurance

Generous paid annual leave

Learning and Development opportunities

Quarterly team building

Community initiatives

Employee gifting

Access to cutting edge technology

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software testing with a focus on automation.
• Proven experience with tools like Selenium, JMeter, and CI/CD environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust testing frameworks for software quality assurance.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and conduct performance testing.

Skills

Test Automation

Selenium

Playwright

JMeter

K6

SoapUI

CI/CD

Agile Frameworks

SQL

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

ISEB or ISTQB Certification

Tools

Git

Jenkins

TeamCity

Job description

Ozow is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Automation Test Analyst to join our team of passionate technology professionals. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software services. You will be instrumental in developing and maintaining robust testing frameworks, as well as contributing to continuous integration and delivery pipelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive test scripts and perform result analysis to ensure quality standards are met.
• Architect, build, and maintain robust testing frameworks to support efficient and scalable testing practices.
• Ensure proper version control and configuration management using tools like Git.
• Track defects meticulously, following through to guarantee thorough completion and quality outcomes.
• Documenting test cases, scripts, and results comprehensively; reporting on testing efforts and overall software quality.
• Continuously learning new testing tools and techniques, staying informed about the latest developments in automation frameworks.
• Write reusable and modular test scripts as part of the automation process to optimise testing.
• Integrate automated tests into continuous integration and delivery pipelines (e.g., Jenkins/TeamCity).
• Conduct load and performance testing to ensure system stability and scalability.
• Own testing activities and liaise with stakeholders to resolve test issues and propose application enhancements.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years of job-related experience in software testing.
• Proven experience with test automation tools such as Selenium/Playwright, JMeter/K6, and SoapUI.
• Experience with setting up of CI/CD environments including creating jobs, running scheduled builds, and integrating Jenkins/TeamCity with other tools.
• Experience working within agile frameworks (Scrum).
• Exposure to load and performance testing.
• Intermediate to advanced SQL skills.
• Familiarity with source control systems (Git).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• ISEB or ISTQB Certification (Foundation).

In office perks:

• Healthy breakfast, lunches and snacks.
• Monthly team connects.

Perks for South African based employees:

• Medical aid subsidy (permanent staff).
• Group Risk Insurance (permanent staff).
• Generous paid annual leave.
• Learning and Development opportunities.
• Quarterly team building.
• Community initiatives.
• Employee gifting.
• Access to cutting edge technology.

Our Employee Value Proposition:

Join Ozow and become part of an elite force that challenges the ordinary and achieves the extraordinary. If you're driven to make an impact, embrace challenges, and seek unparalleled opportunities for growth, your journey starts here.

Compliance:

As a fintech company, we prioritize data security and compliance. Due to the sensitive nature of our work, we require individuals with a high level of integrity and trustworthiness to ensure adherence to financial regulations and industry standards.

Ready to be exceptional? Apply now!