Senior QA Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley invites a Senior QA Engineer to lead manual and automated testing efforts. You will design comprehensive test plans, execute tests, and drive quality across web and mobile products.

A strong background in Selenium or Cypress and Jira is essential, with a collaborative team focused on continuous improvement. In this hybrid role, contribute across the lifecycle, advocate for quality, and mentor junior testers while ensuring delivery timelines are met and defects are

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance or software testing.
• Proven experience in test planning, test case design, and execution.
• Proficiency with test automation tools such as Selenium or Cypress.
• Experience with bug tracking and test management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test cases for web and mobile applications.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
• Collaborate with development teams to understand product requirements and specs.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using appropriate tools and frameworks.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle to ensure quality.

Skills

QA Automation

Test planning

Selenium

Cypress

Bug tracking

Quality assurance

Education

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

Tools

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and experienced Senior QA Engineer to join their quality assurance team in Kimberley . In this hybrid role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing comprehensive test plans and test cases to ensure the highest quality of our client's software products. You will collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to identify defects, track issues, and advocate for quality throughout the software development lifecycle. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to influence product quality and work in a collaborative environment that values attention to detail and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test cases for web and mobile applications.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
• Collaborate with development teams to understand product requirements and technical specifications.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using appropriate tools and frameworks.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, ensuring quality is built-in.
• Perform regression testing, performance testing, and usability testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance or software testing.
• Proven experience in test planning, test case design, and execution.
• Proficiency with test automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or similar.
• Experience with bug tracking and test management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility in Kimberley .
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A supportive team culture that prioritizes quality and collaboration.