Qa Lead (Automation)

Ioco; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Part time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking a Quality Assurance Automation Lead to guide their QA team and oversee automation testing efforts. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in QA leadership and automation, with a strong understanding of Agile methodologies and DevOps practices. This role is a contract position based in South Africa, with a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a QA Lead in complex environments.
• Strong background in Automation Testing.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the QA team, ensuring best practices in testing.
• Define and implement QA strategies and frameworks.
• Perform hands-on automation testing and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

QA Lead experience

Automation Testing

Leadership skills

Agile methodologies

DevOps practices

Education

ISTQB Certification

Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Java (JDK 8)

Selenium

Rest Assured

Cucumber

IntelliJ

Job description

iOCO City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Automation Lead to join our team on a consulting engagement with a leading client in the banking sector.

This role requires a hands‑on technical leader who can provide guidance to the QA team while actively contributing to automation testing efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor the QA team, ensuring best practices in testing and automation.

Define and implement QA strategies, frameworks, and processes aligned with project goals.

Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to ensure quality standards.

Drive automation initiatives and maintain robust test suites.

Perform hands‑on automation testing and troubleshoot complex issues.

Ensure compliance with industry standards and client requirements.

Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a QA Lead in complex environments.

Strong background in Automation Testing and test framework design.

Excellent leadership and team management skills.

Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands‑on technical involvement.

Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.

Technical Stack

Languages & Tools: Java (JDK 8), IntelliJ, Selenium, Rest Assured, Cucumber

Repositories & Build Tools: Nexus Central Repository

Additional: Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and integration with automation frameworks.

Soft Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to influence and guide team members effectively.

Problem‑solving mindset with attention to detail.

Adaptability in fast‑paced and dynamic environments.

Collaborative approach with a focus on delivering high‑quality outcomes.

Qualifications

ISTQB Certification (Foundation or Advanced level).

Relevant IT or Software Testing qualification (Degree / Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field).

Additional certifications in Automation Testing tools or Agile methodologies are advantageous.

Nice‑to‑Have

Experience in the banking or financial services industry.

Further Details

Location: Johannesburg – hybrid way of work.

Level: Lead (10+ years experience).

Employment type: Contract.

Initial contract position.

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting.