Senior QA Automation Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer to design, develop, and maintain automated testing frameworks, ensuring robust software across UI, API, and data layers in a hybrid work setup.

You will lead test strategy, implement frameworks with Selenium WebDriver, Cypress or Playwright, integrate tests into CI/CD, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with developers and product teams to improve quality throughout the SDLC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in QA and test automation.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing automated test frameworks.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, or JavaScript for automation.
• Hands-on experience with UI automation tools like Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Experience with API testing tools and methodologies (e.g., Postman, REST Assured).
• Solid understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies; version control with Git.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust automated test frameworks and scripts.
• Create and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scenarios for UI, API, and database layers.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing.
• Identify, record, document, and track bugs thoroughly.
• Perform thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure test coverage.
• Analyze test results, generate reports, and communicate findings to the team.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and share best practices in automation testing.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in QA automation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

QA automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

Cypress

Playwright

Postman

REST Assured

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in innovative software solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Senior QA Automation Engineer to join their growing team in Paarl, Western Cape . This hybrid role offers a flexible working arrangement, blending remote work with essential in-office collaboration. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated testing frameworks and scripts to ensure the highest quality of our client's software products. We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive individual with a deep understanding of software testing methodologies and a passion for driving quality throughout the development lifecycle. You will play a critical role in enhancing our testing strategies and ensuring the delivery of robust, reliable software.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust automated test frameworks and scripts using tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Create and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scenarios for various application layers (UI, API, database).
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing.
• Identify, record, document thoroughly, and track bugs.
• Perform thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved.
• Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure test coverage.
• Analyze test results, generate reports, and communicate findings to the team.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and share best practices in automation testing.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in QA automation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in QA and test automation.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing automated test frameworks.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language commonly used in automation (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript).
• Hands-on experience with UI automation tools like Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Experience with API testing tools and methodologies (e.g., Postman, REST Assured).
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Experience with version control systems (Git).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI) is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and retirement contributions.
• Employees are provided with ample paid time off and opportunities for professional development, including access to relevant training and certifications.
• The hybrid work model in Paarl, Western Cape offers flexibility and work-life balance.

Our client is committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.