QA Specialist | Contract

IQbusiness South Africa; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

IQbusiness South Africa seeks a QA Specialist for a 12-month hybrid contract in Welgemoed, Cape Town. You will design and execute test frameworks for web and mobile, driving automation strategies and quality improvements throughout the development lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has automation experience, Playwright expertise, and a strong technical background to challenge workflows and elevate testing standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, engineering or related field.
• 4+ years in testing websites, web apps and mobile apps.
• Experience with regression and load/stress testing.
• Playwright experience and automation background.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement web and mobile test plans with scope and schedule.
• Design, write, and execute test cases to verify software works as expected.
• Find and report bugs with reproduction steps.
• Create automated tests where possible to speed up testing.
• Perform regression testing after fixes or new features.
• Collaborate with development to discuss bugs and testing.
• Document testing processes, results, and discrepancies.
• Test performance under heavy loads and stress.
• Conduct usability and accessibility testing.
• Stay updated on testing tools and trends.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Playwright

Job description

iqbusiness is seeking to employ a QA Specialist on a 12-month contract to collaborate with an international partner from our offices in Welgemoed, Cape Town, Northern Suburbs. This is a hybrid role (3 days on-site; 2 days WFH).

As a QA specialising in web and mobile environments, you will design and execute rigorous test frameworks and automation strategies to ensure product excellence. You will leverage critical thinking and clear communication to challenge existing workflows and drive the continual improvement of testing disciplines across the development lifecycle. The ideal candidate possesses a deep technical background in automation technologies and a proactive approach to refining quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Implement Web and Mobile-App Test Plans: Create comprehensive testing plans that detail the scope, approach, resources, and schedule of intended testing activities.
• Based on the requirements, design, write, and execute test cases to verify that the software works as expected.
• Responsible for finding and reporting bugs within the system. Document the bug, how it was found, and the steps to reproduce it.
• Where possible, write automated tests or use existing testing tools to speed up the testing process and make it more reliable.
• After bugs have been fixed or new features added, conduct regression testing to ensure that previously working features still function as expected.
• Work closely with the development team to understand the features and functionality to be tested and to discuss any bugs or issues found during testing.
• Document testing processes, results, and discrepancies for future reference and for use by other teams and stakeholders.
• Test how systems perform under heavy loads and stress, to ensure it can handle peak times.
• Conduct usability and accessibility testing to ensure the product is user-friendly, easy to navigate and meets accessibility standards.
• Proactively stay updated on the latest testing tools, strategies, and industry trends.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 4+ years of relevant experience in testing websites and web applications, and mobile applications
• Experience working on complex websites and applications
• Experience in regression and load/stress testing
• Playwright experience
• Automation experience

Skills Required

• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Note: As all business roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information, our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, ID, and qualification verification.

iqbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation; we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals.