Blockchain QA Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Bonuses

Dynamic team atmosphere in Bloemfonte​

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a meticulous Blockchain QA Engineer to join a growing team. You will design and execute test plans, validate smart contracts, and ensure security and reliability of blockchain-based applications.

The role emphasizes automation, rigorous quality assurance, and collaboration with developers to safeguard platform integrity in the evolving cryptocurrency landscape. Hybrid work model and professional growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of Quality Assurance experience, with at least 1 year focused on blockchain technology or related software.
• Solid understanding of blockchain concepts, smart contracts, and decentralized applications.
• Experience in designing and implementing test strategies for complex software systems.
• Proficiency in using testing tools and frameworks, with a focus on automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts for blockchain applications and smart contracts.
• Perform functional, integration, performance, and security testing of blockchain platforms and dApps.
• Identify, document, and track bugs and issues through to resolution, collaborating closely with developers.
• Automate test cases using appropriate tools and frameworks to improve testing efficiency.
• Verify smart contract logic and transactions, ensuring adherence to business requirements and security standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies within the blockchain development lifecycle.

Skills

Test automation

QA strategy

Blockchain concepts

Functional testing

DApps

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Testing frameworks

Smart contract testing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Blockchain QA Engineer to join their growing team in Bloemfontein . You will play a vital role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and security of their blockchain applications and smart contracts. By developing and executing comprehensive test plans, you will help safeguard the integrity of their platform and maintain user trust in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency landscape. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts for blockchain applications and smart contracts.
• Perform functional, integration, performance, and security testing of blockchain platforms and dApps.
• Identify, document, and track bugs and issues through to resolution, collaborating closely with developers.
• Automate test cases using appropriate tools and frameworks to improve testing efficiency.
• Verify smart contract logic and transactions, ensuring adherence to business requirements and security standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies within the blockchain development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Quality Assurance, with at least 1 year focused on blockchain technology or related software.
• Solid understanding of blockchain concepts, smart contracts, and decentralized applications.
• Experience in designing and implementing test strategies for complex software systems.
• Proficiency in using testing tools and frameworks, with a focus on automation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model supporting work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in the blockchain field.
• A dynamic and supportive team atmosphere in Bloemfontein .