Digital Solutions Software Tester III

Aecom; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure consulting firm is seeking a talented Software Quality Assurance Tester to join a hybrid team based in South Africa, primarily in Cape Town. The successful candidate will ensure quality across internal and client-facing applications, conducting manual and automation testing. Ideal candidates will have a BS degree in a related field and at least 5 years of testing experience. AECOM offers comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Flexible work options

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in software testing.
• Experience with manual and automation testing of applications.
• Interest in learning about GIS technologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct manual testing on desktop and web solutions.
• Build and maintain test scenarios.
• Execute test scenarios and identify issues.
• Work with development teams to resolve problems.

Skills

Manual testing

Automation testing

Detail-oriented

Ability to explain technical concepts

GIS technologies

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or related field

MS degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

ESRI technologies

SQL Server

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a talented and experienced Software Quality Assurance Tester to work a hybrid work schedule out of one of our offices in Cape Town, Durban, or Johannesburg South Africa. The successful candidate will play an integral role on multiple projects ensuring the quality of internal and client-facing applications. Our R&D team produces a variety of applications, typically with geospatial capabilities, that run on the desktop, web, AWS, and a variety of client production systems. The candidate will need to learn topics in water resources engineering and flood mitigation.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an accomplished team and work on a variety of exciting and innovative projects for our various clients. We take pride in helping our clients deliver critical resources and services, improving the places where people live and work, and sustaining a world in which we can all flourish.

Typical Responsibilities

• Conduct manual testing on a variety of desktop and web solutions.
• Define, build, and maintain test scenarios that validate these solutions on an ongoing basis.
• Execute test scenarios, monitor test results, identify issues, and work with the software development team to resolve.
• Ensure solutions fulfill the highest possible quality, performance, usability, and supportability criteria.

Minimum Requirements

• BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field from an accredited university.
• 5+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience with manual and automation testing of desktop and/or web applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience working with Agile methodologies, such as Scrum.
• Experience with ESRI and open-source GIS technologies.
• Basic familiarity with DevOps concepts.
• Demonstrated aptitude with relational database systems such as SQL Server.
• Demonstrated aptitude with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Ability to clearly explain ideas and thoughts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Passion for quality, detail oriented, and know how to break software by finding bugs.
• Interest in learning about GIS technologies.

Additional Information

Sponsorship opportunities for South Africa employment are not available for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public‑ and private‑sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects – both in your local community and on a global scale – that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting‑edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award‑winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community – where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

EEO Statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.