Automation Test Engineer – Build Reliable Banking QA

FirstRand group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution in Johannesburg seeks a Software Developer in Test to create and maintain automated tests for quality assurance in Core Banking Applications. This role involves collaborating with diverse teams, optimizing scripts, and ensuring efficient product delivery. Ideal candidates will have expertise in Java and Spring Boot, possess strong problem-solving skills, and thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation is encouraged. Opportunities for professional development and benefits around health and wellbeing are offered.

Benefits

Opportunities to innovate

Flexible working conditions

Focus on health and wellbeing

Generous leave policy

Qualifications

• Experience in creating, maintaining and refining automated tests.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in analyzing both new and existing automation scripts.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to continuous improvement in testing processes.
• Create and maintain performance tests using JMeter.
• Participate in root cause analysis and troubleshooting.

Skills

JAVA

Springboot

Test Analysis Training

Database Management: SQL basics

API Testing (using tools like Postman and SOAPUI)

Agile Methodology

API Documentation (including Swagger docs)

Monitoring Tools (Plunk, Grafana)

CI / CD Pipelines (Jenkins / Bamboo)

Micro Focus ALM Octane usage

Git and Bitbucket knowledge

IntelliJ (IDE) Usage

Understanding of Script Datasheets

Data Driven Framework

Knowledge of OCEP Services

Data Preparation and understanding

Agile Methodology

Tools

Git and Bitbucket knowledge

IntelliJ (IDE) Usage

Monitoring Tools (Plunk, Grafana)

CI / CD Pipelines (Jenkins / Bamboo)

Micro Focus ALM Octane usage

Job description

A leading banking institution in Johannesburg seeks a Software Developer in Test to create and maintain automated tests for quality assurance in Core Banking Applications. This role involves collaborating with diverse teams, optimizing scripts, and ensuring efficient product delivery. Ideal candidates will have expertise in Java and Spring Boot, possess strong problem-solving skills, and thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation is encouraged. Opportunities for professional development and benefits around health and wellbeing are offered.