Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Team-building events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer for their Kimberley-based product development team. You will design, execute test plans, and build automated tests using Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, and Playwright to ensure high-quality software releases.

Collaborating with developers and product managers, you will identify defects, verify fixes, and contribute to QA strategy. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, modern QA practices, and on-site work in Kimberley with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years in software quality assurance.
• Experience designing and executing test plans and cases.
• Strong knowledge of test automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute test plans and cases.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, performance, and usability testing.
• Identify and track defects clearly.
• Collaborate with developers to diagnose bugs and verify fixes.
• Review requirements and design specifications.
• Improve QA processes and methodologies.
• Mentor junior QA team members.
• Analyze test results and report coverage and trends.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards throughout SDLC.
• Stay updated with QA tools and techniques.

Skills

Test automation

QA methodology

Analytical thinking

Education

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

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

Cypress

Playwright

Postman

Insomnia

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic software development company, is looking for a meticulous and experienced Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to join their product development team in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This role is vital in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, reliable, and user-friendly software applications. You will be responsible for designing and executing test plans, developing automated test scripts, and collaborating closely with developers and product managers to identify and resolve defects. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of software testing methodologies, a passion for quality, and a proven track record in implementing effective QA strategies. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative software projects within a supportive team environment in Kimberley .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for new and existing software features.
• Develop, implement, and maintain automated test scripts using various testing frameworks and tools.
• Perform various types of testing, including functional, regression, integration, performance, and usability testing.
• Identify, document, and track software defects clearly and thoroughly.
• Collaborate with software developers to understand features, diagnose bugs, and verify fixes.
• Participate in the review of requirements, design specifications, and other project documentation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.
• Mentor junior QA team members and provide technical guidance.
• Analyze test results and generate reports on test coverage and defect trends.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Stay updated with the latest QA tools and techniques.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years of experience in software quality assurance.
• Proven experience in designing and executing test plans and test cases.
• Strong experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, Playwright).
• Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Java).
• Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, Insomnia).
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Understanding of database concepts and SQL for data validation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, health benefits, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development. Employees in Kimberley will work in a collaborative and innovative environment, with access to modern tools and technologies. We also provide a retirement savings plan and regular team-building events. Join a company that values quality and fosters employee growth.