Functional Tester

AES Global; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Global in Cape Town is seeking a Functional Tester to ensure high quality software across its operations. You will own manual and static testing, write and execute test cases, track defects, and collaborate with developers and product managers.

The role involves a hybrid working model in Cape Town, with some in-office days. 2+ years in QA and experience with SDLC/QA methodologies are required, along with Agile/Scrum experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in software QA or testing.
• Understanding of SDLC and QA methodologies.
• Experience in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform static testing to catch defects early in the development lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive test plans and test cases.
• Execute manual test cases, analyse results and provide clear feedback.
• Report and track bugs with detailed documentation.
• Maintain the test environment and its data.
• Provide standby after-hours application support on a rotational basis for critical systems.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers and stakeholders on requirements and quality standards.

Skills

SDLC knowledge

Agile/Scrum

Test case design

Defect tracking

Tools

JIRA

Postman/SoapUI

SQL queries

Job description

We’re working with an established retail business, and they’re looking for a Functional Tester to help ensure the quality and reliability of the software behind its operations.

You’ll own manual and static testing across the development lifecycle — writing and executing test cases, tracking defects, and working closely with developers and product managers to keep quality high in a fast-moving retail environment.

What you’ll do

• Perform static testing to catch defects early in the development lifecycle
• Develop and maintain comprehensive test plans and test cases
• Execute manual test cases, analyse results and give clear, actionable feedback
• Report and track bugs and defects with detailed documentation
• Maintain the test environment and its data
• Provide standby after-hours application support on a rotational basis for critical systems
• Collaborate with developers, product managers and other stakeholders on requirements and quality standards

What you’ll bring

• 2+ years in software quality assurance or testing
• A strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment

Advantageous

• Experience with JIRA or similar bug-tracking tools
• Familiarity with SQL queries, and API testing (Postman or SoapUI)
• Testing experience in retail, FMCG or supply chain
• ISTQB certification, and strong technical-writing skills

Working model

Hybrid, based in Cape Town, with some in-office days.