QA Engineer

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; In loco; ZAR 500.000 - 700.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary based on experience

Descrizione del lavoro

A recruitment agency seeks a Quality Assurance Engineer in Johannesburg to ensure high quality standards for their software products. Responsibilities include developing test cases, managing manual and automated testing processes, and ensuring compliance with project requirements. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree, and proficiency with tools like Selenium and JIRA. This position offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Competenze

• 5+ years of experience in software testing and automation.
• Knowledge of both manual and automated testing techniques.
• Strong knowledge of programming languages like Java, Python, or JavaScript.

Mansioni

• Develop comprehensive test cases and scenarios.
• Manage parameterization and maintenance of test cases.
• Perform scheduled manual and automated testing.

Conoscenze

Manual and automated testing

Agile methodologies

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Strumenti

Selenium

JUnit

JIRA

Git

Jenkins

Descrizione del lavoro

Hire Resolve's client is seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer who will play a critical role in guaranteeing the highest quality standards and exceptional user experiences for the company’s software products. This position emphasizes both manual and automated testing methodologies, leveraging the latest tools and techniques to optimize testing processes.

Responsibilities

• Understand project requirements and align testing procedures with business needs.
• Develop comprehensive test cases and scenarios that reflect business requirements, incorporating both manual and automated testing.
• Manage parameterization and maintenance to suit evolving business requirements.
• Ensure software solutions meet customer specifications.
• Create, execute, and automate test scenarios to identify and document software issues, utilizing automation tools as appropriate.
• Perform scheduled manual and automated testing to ensure timely delivery.
• Guarantee a satisfactory user experience through continuous testing and validation.
• Identify, analyze, document, and track software bugs and errors through to resolution.
• Record testing processes and results, collaborating with the development team to enhance software programs using insights from both manual and automated testing.
• Act as a liaison between IT and business teams to ensure clear communication regarding scope changes.
• Suggest software enhancements based on testing insights to improve user experience.
• Research and compare competitor products to inform testing and development strategies.
• Ensure comprehensive testing across various platforms, including web and mobile (e.g., React Native), for consistency and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with front-end developers to align testing processes with the development of responsive and user-friendly interfaces.
• Conduct thorough testing of RESTful APIs, validating functionality, data integrity, and security for robust backend service integrations.
• Assist in setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, integrating automated testing for streamlined development and deployment.
• Implement and maintain testing frameworks (e.g., Mocha) to enhance overall test coverage, efficiency, and reliability.
• Collaborate with the development team on mobile applications, ensuring seamless integration and a superior user experience on both iOS and Android platforms.
• Lead QA and development teams by implementing Agile methodologies, fostering collaboration, and ensuring efficient workflows to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and implement corrective actions based on audit findings, continuously improving QA processes.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in software development, testing methodologies, and automation tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Professional Experience: 5+ years of experience in software development, testing, and automation.
• Deep knowledge of QA terminology, methods, software, and tools, including both manual and automation testing techniques.
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies, with experience integrating QA processes within Agile teams.
• Proficient in common automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of programming languages like Java, Python, or JavaScript for developing automation scripts.
• Proficiency in using bug tracking and test management tools such as JIRA or TestRail.
• Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner is a plus.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Familiarity with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality software products.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve complex software issues.
• Strong communication skills.
• Great team player, able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Fluency in English. French is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to [e-mail].

You can also connect with Daniel on LinkedIn or contact Hire Resolve.

If you meet the above requirements we will contact you within 3 working days.