Functional Test Analyst

Datacentrix; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services firm is seeking an experienced Functional Test Analyst to join a major bank on a 12-month contract. You will develop and execute end-to-end test cases, ensuring high-quality outcomes for a large-scale technology initiative. Key responsibilities include user acceptance testing coordination, functional testing, and collaborating with business stakeholders. The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of software testing experience, a relevant IT qualification, and knowledge of Agile methodologies.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years' experience in software testing.
• 3–5 years' experience in conducting functional and database testing.
• Experience testing in Agile projects.

Responsibilities

• Creating functional test scripts based on requirements.
• Executing test scripts and analysing test results.
• Validating requirements for testability.

Skills

ISTQB Foundation

Functional testing

Database testing

Agile experience

Data analysis

Automation testing

Education

3-year IT Diploma / Degree in Software Development

Tools

MF ALM / Octane

UFT plugin

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Functional Test Analyst to join a major bank on a 12-month contract, contributing to the delivery of a large-scale technology initiative. In this role, you will be responsible for developing comprehensive end-to-end test cases and executing functional testing across backend, frontend, integration, and automation components. You will also play a key role in coordinating and reporting on User Acceptance Testing (UAT), ensuring high-quality, reliable, and business-ready system outcomes.

Requirements

• 3-year IT Diploma / Degree in Software Development.
• 5–8 years' experience in software testing.
• ISTQB Foundation or Test Analyst certification.
• 3–5 years' experience in conducting functional and database testing, as well as coordinating and reporting on SIT and User Acceptance Testing preparation, execution, and sign-off.
• Experience with testing tools (MF ALM / Octane).
• Experience testing in Agile projects.
• Experience in integration testing.
• Knowledge and experience in analysing large data sets.
• Experience in data migration testing.
• Understanding of testing concepts, i.e., testing methodologies and techniques.

Key Deliverables

• Testing approach
• Functional test cases
• Automation testing plans
• Read data mapping sheets
• Data testing framework
• Analyse data sets
• Operate in Agile and Hybrid environment
• Test execution results
• Defects management reports
• Test deliverable sign-off certificates
• Test closure reports
• Knowledge transfer document per project
• Test completion sign-off

Requirements

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas :

• Creating functional test scripts based on business and functional requirements documents, in partnership with business stakeholders, for system integration testing and user acceptance testing.
• Validating requirements for testability, data migration, integration requirements, and ensuring business needs are met through the development of accurate test cases.
• Planning testing activities in a timely manner to ensure requirements are met and signed off.
• Executing test scripts and analysing test results.
• Operating within an Agile environment.
• Performing functional and integration testing.
• Working across multiple applications and networks.
• Developing and executing manual and / or automated tests using MF ALM and the UFT plugin.
• Accurately estimating testing effort and coordinating work activities with team members.
• Running automated testing scripts.
• Analysing and verifying optimal data and functional testing approaches to meet test objectives.
• Defining regression packs based on critical business processes.
• Automating the regression suite and maintaining automation scripts.
• Performing any additional tasks or services closely related to the above responsibilities.