Senior Automation QA

Flash Group; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in South Africa seeks a dedicated Quality Assurance professional to join their Tech Quality Assurance team. The role requires strong experience in testing and automation, as well as relevant IT qualifications. Key responsibilities include developing test cases, conducting analysis on defects, and improving QA processes. This is a permanent position with a competitive salary based on market rates.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of testing experience required.
• 3-5 years of automation experience preferred.
• ISEB/ISTQB Foundation and Advance qualifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive test cases, both manual and automated.
• Conduct problem-solving and root cause analysis for defects.
• Integrate innovative solutions into QA processes.

Skills

Test automation

Java

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant IT Tertiary Qualification

Tools

Rest Assured

Microsoft Azure

DevOps

Job description

Flash

2025/02/04 Western Cape

Job Reference Number: T184

Department: Technology

Business Unit:

Industry: Information Technology

Job Type: Permanent

Positions Available: 2

Salary: Market Related

We are looking for a talented individual to join the Tech Quality Assurance team. This individual will be a dedicated QA to one team, responsible for ensuring high-quality software is delivered to our customers.

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop comprehensive test cases, both manual and automated, in alignment with industry standards.
• Offer insightful feedback on quality assurance practices, advocating for improvements as necessary.
• Conduct in-depth problem-solving and root cause analysis when defects arise, ensuring swift and effective resolutions.
• Track defects meticulously, following through to guarantee thorough completion and quality outcomes.
• Contribute actively to continuous improvement initiatives within the QA organization, driving quality excellence.
• Research and assess emerging testing technologies and tools, integrating innovative solutions into QA processes.
• Apply quality testing principles consistently throughout the Agile product lifecycle, enhancing product reliability.
• Architect, build, and maintain robust testing frameworks to support efficient and scalable testing practices.
• Deliver engaging demos, showcasing testing strategies and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive test cases (manual and automated) and perform result analysis to ensure quality standards are met.
  
  

Job Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant IT Tertiary Qualification
• -ISEB/ISTQB Foundation Qualification- ISEB/ISTQB Advance Test Analyst
• - ISEB/ISTQB Advanced Test Automation Engineer
• Experience in project management and QA methodology
• 5-8 years testing experience
• 3-5 years Automation Experience
  
  

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Comfortable using at least one development language (i.e. Java, JavaScript, Python, etc.)
• Strong familiarity with multiple test automation frameworks, processes, and technologies
• Must have strong automation experience with Rest Assured for rest API testing
• Experience in Microsoft Azure, Pivotal, DevOps, and CI/CD tools and processes
• Experience with developing scalable test automation solutions
  
  

COMPETENCIES / ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with no supervision
• Coaches and mentors others
• Ability to provide guidance on complex projects
• Actively participates in scrum session
• Provides accurate estimates with work.
• Ability to work on multiple initiatives
• Ability to prioritize workload in an efficient manner
• Collaborate with software/systems personnel in application testing, such as system, unit, regression, load, and acceptance testing methods.
• Managing stakeholders effectively