Senior QA Engineer - Automation Focus

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior QA Engineer focused on automation to strengthen our quality assurance team in Soweto. You will design and sustain automated test frameworks for web and mobile apps, collaborating with development teams to deliver high-quality software.

The role requires 4+ years in QA, proficiency in Java/Python/JavaScript, and experience with Selenium, Cypress, or Appium. You will mentor peers and contribute to testing strategy and methodology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of software quality assurance experience.
• Proven automation experience with Selenium, Cypress, or Appium.
• Proficient in Java, Python, or JavaScript for test scripting.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and test management tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for web and mobile apps.
• Execute tests, analyze results, and report defects clearly.
• Collaborate with developers to understand new features and create test scenarios.
• Lead performance, load, and security testing initiatives.
• Mentor junior QA staff and promote quality culture.

Skills

Automation testing

Selenium

Cypress

Appium

Java

Python

JavaScript

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

TestNG

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior QA Engineer with a strong focus on automation to join their quality assurance team supporting operations in Soweto . This role is crucial for developing and implementing automated testing strategies, frameworks, and tools to ensure the highest quality of software products. You will collaborate closely with development teams to identify test requirements, design test cases, and execute automated scripts. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate QA professional to drive quality initiatives and contribute to the delivery of exceptional software.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for web and mobile applications.
• Execute test cases, analyze results, and report defects clearly and effectively.
• Collaborate with developers to understand new features and identify test scenarios.
• Implement performance, load, and security testing strategies.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.
• Mentor junior QA team members and promote a culture of quality throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in software quality assurance.
• Proven experience in developing automated test scripts using tools like Selenium, Cypress, or Appium.
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in test automation (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript).
• Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and test management tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews and potential raises.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in new technologies.