Senior QA Automation Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 1,080,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health insurance

Professional growth

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer to lead automated testing efforts for web and mobile applications in a hybrid work setup.

You will design and maintain test scripts using Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, or Playwright, build robust test plans, and collaborate with developers, PMs, and QA to advocate quality throughout the SDLC.

The role requires 4+ years in QA, proficiency in Java, Python, and JavaScript, and experience with CI/CD and JIRA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years in Quality Assurance with strong test automation.
• Proficient in automation languages: Java, Python, JavaScript.
• Hands-on with Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, Playwright.
• Experience with CI/CD and API testing tools like Postman.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated tests for web and mobile apps.
• Create and execute comprehensive test plans and cases.
• Identify, document, and track defects (e.g., JIRA).
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to define testing strategies.
• Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines and perform regression and performance testing.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and improve QA processes.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Test automation

Java

Python

JavaScript

Education

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

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

Cypress

Playwright

Postman

JIRA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior QA Automation Engineer to join their quality assurance team in Paarl . This role is vital for ensuring the highest quality of our client's software products through the development and implementation of robust automated testing strategies. You will be responsible for designing, writing, and maintaining automated test scripts, identifying and documenting defects, and collaborating closely with development teams to advocate for quality throughout the software development lifecycle. This position offers a great opportunity to impact product quality and work within a hybrid setting that fosters both teamwork and individual contribution.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web and mobile applications using frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases to ensure software quality and functionality.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using bug tracking systems (e.g., JIRA).
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and define testing strategies.
• Integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline to enable continuous testing and rapid feedback.
• Perform regression testing, performance testing, and security testing as needed.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, with a strong focus on test automation.
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used for automation (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript).
• Hands-on experience with leading automation testing frameworks (e.g., Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, Playwright).
• Experience with CI/CD tools and practices.
• Familiarity with API testing tools (e.g., Postman) and bug tracking systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development, including training and certifications.
• Hybrid work environment providing flexibility and in-office collaboration in Paarl .
• A collaborative and quality-focused team culture.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.