Quality Engineer

Standard Bank Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Bank Group in Johannesburg, South Africa, is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Engineer to develop, implement and maintain QA processes across products and services. This contract role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.

You will conduct testing, document defects, perform root cause analysis, and ensure compliance with ISO standards and industry regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of 5to 10years in quality assurance, quality control, or a related quality-focused role
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, testing techniques, and best practices
• Familiarity with ISO standards and quality management principles
• Experience with statistical analysis and process improvement techniques (desirable)
• Familiarity with automation testing tools and frameworks (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance strategies, processes, and procedures aligned with organisational objectives.
• Conduct thorough testing, inspection, and evaluation of products, systems, and processes to identify defects and non-conformances.
• Document quality issues, defects, and deviations in a systematic manner using defect tracking systems and quality management software.
• Perform root cause analysis on quality failures and recommend corrective and preventative actions.
• Analyse quality metrics, trends, and performance data to identify areas for improvement and optimisation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and internal quality requirements.
• Collaborate with product development, manufacturing, and operations teams to resolve quality issues and implement solutions.
• Maintain comprehensive quality documentation, records, and reports for audit and compliance purposes.
• Conduct quality audits and assessments to verify adherence to established standards and procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the enhancement of quality systems.

Skills

Quality assurance

Testing techniques

Defect tracking

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

ISO standards

Quality management

SDLC

Automation testing

Communication

Organisational skills

Risk assessment

Tools

Test management tools

Defect tracking systems

Quality management software

Job description

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 5 Simmonds Street

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Engineer to join our organisation in Johannesburg, South Africa. In this Contract position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our products and services meet the highest quality standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive quality assurance processes whilst collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance strategies, processes, and procedures aligned with organisational objectives.
• Conduct thorough testing, inspection, and evaluation of products, systems, and processes to identify defects and non-conformances.
• Document quality issues, defects, and deviations in a systematic manner using defect tracking systems and quality management software.
• Perform root cause analysis on quality failures and recommend corrective and preventative actions.
• Analyse quality metrics, trends, and performance data to identify areas for improvement and optimisation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and internal quality requirements.
• Collaborate with product development, manufacturing, and operations teams to resolve quality issues and implement solutions.
• Maintain comprehensive quality documentation, records, and reports for audit and compliance purposes.
• Conduct quality audits and assessments to verify adherence to established standards and procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the enhancement of quality systems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of 5to 10years in quality assurance, quality control, or a related quality-focused role
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, testing techniques, and best practices
• Proficiency with test management tools, defect tracking systems, and quality management software
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all quality-related activities
• Solid understanding of ISO standards and quality management principles
• Experience with statistical analysis and process improvement techniques (desirable)
• Familiarity with automation testing tools and frameworks (desirable)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document findings clearly
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently
• Proficiency in risk assessment and mitigation strategies (desirable)
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues
• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts
• Examining Information
• Interpreting Data
• Managing Tasks
• Producing Output
• Taking Action
• Team Working
• Automation
• Quality Assurance
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies & Tools
• Structured Test Methods & Processes
• Test Driven Development
• Testing (unit, regression, integration)

Additional Information

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Standard Bank Group is committed to fair and inclusive employment practices. We aim to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities. We strive to create an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity to contribute and grow.