IT Quality Test Analyst (CH1184)

Capital H Staffing and Advisory Solutions; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent staffing and advisory firm based in South Africa is seeking an IT Quality Test Analyst. The role involves ensuring quality software deliverables through planning, executing test cases, and collaborating within a diverse team. Ideal candidates should have at least a 3-year qualification in a relevant field and ISTQB certification, along with strong attention to detail and proactive teamwork skills. This position offers opportunities for continuous learning and growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years working experience in Software Testing discipline.

Responsibilities

• Conduct test planning and case documentation.
• Integrate testing into software life cycle.
• Perform system integration, regression, and user acceptance testing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Planning and organizing QA activities

Proactive team player

Continuous learning

SQL database scripting

Knowledge of client/server applications

Knowledge of test types

Testing complex user interfaces

Education

3-Year tertiary qualification in financial/IT field

ISTQB Foundation Certification

Job description

Our client, in the Payments and Lending industry, has an opening for an IT Quality Test Analyst will work closely as part of the software delivery team and will assist with testing life cycle activities to ensure successful completion of business initiatives. Testing new and existing features and continuously improving the testing approach to produce more stable software deliverables.

Purpose of The Role

To ensure a quality product is delivered, the IT Quality Test Analyst will work closely as part of the software delivery team and will assist with testing life cycle activities to ensure successful completion of business initiatives. Furthermore, the IT Quality Test Analyst will create and execute test cases, document, track and validate reported issues through to resolution.

Primarily the areas of responsibility may include, but are not limited to

• Test planning, test case analysis and test case documentation, management, and execution, ensuring project objectives are met.
• Integrating and coordinating the testing activities into the software life cycle activities
• System integration, regression testing, and user acceptance testing

To excel in our environment, you would require the following

• 3-Year tertiary qualification in a relevant financial/IT related field of study
• ISTQB Foundation Certification in Software Testing
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in the Software Testing discipline

You will also be required to display the following competencies

• High attention to detail
• Ability to plan, organise and execute QA activities
• Pro‑active and a team player
• Continuous learning and self‑development
• Query, run and interpret SQL database scripts
• Knowledge of client/server type application landscape
• Knowledge of test types
• Testing of complex user interfaces and systems

About The Team

• We collaborate, we innovate, we ask questions, we think of better ways to do things, we do the occasional quiz to broaden our horizons and we take pride in what we do. Above all, we trust each other, and we hold one another accountable for what we want to achieve as a team.
• Our team is big and diverse, so you will be able to learn from others, with plenty of room for growth. Our team enjoys working in a vibrant environment where everyone is challenged and values knowledge exchange. We have a passion for continuous learning and self‑development. We always strive to help each other grow!

General

• We are committed to fair and inclusive hiring. All suitably qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
• Preference may be given in line with our client’s Employment Equity plan and applicable legislation.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa at the time of application.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• Please include your current remuneration (CTC), salary expectation, and notice period (optional but helpful for screening).
• By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with POPIA.