Senior Quality Assurance (QA) Lead

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Lead in Sandton, Gauteng to oversee testing efforts and drive QA strategy. You will lead a team of QA engineers, develop test plans, and ensure delivery of high-quality software products.

The role requires strong leadership, deep QA methodology knowledge, and the ability to implement process improvements. This hybrid position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field.
• Significant QA leadership experience.
• Strong QA methodologies knowledge.
• Experience with test management tools (JIRA, Zephyr/Xray, TestRail).
• Proficiency in test automation tools (Selenium, Appium, Cypress).
• Experience with API testing (Postman).
• Knowledge of SDLC and Agile methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of QA engineers, providing guidance and support.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
• Define and implement QA strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee all testing phases: functional, regression, performance, and security.
• Identify, document, and track defects with development teams.
• Automate testing processes where appropriate using QA tools.
• Analyze results and report on product quality and testing progress.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers to ensure test coverage.
• Contribute to continuous QA process improvements.
• Stay updated on latest QA trends and technologies.

Skills

Leadership

QA Methodologies

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Team Motivation

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT

Tools

JIRA Zephyr/Xray

TestRail

Selenium

Appium

Cypress

Postman

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable software development house, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Quality Assurance (QA) Lead to oversee their testing efforts. This critical role, based in Sandton, Gauteng , involves leading a team of QA professionals, defining testing strategies, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products. You will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive test plans, establishing quality assurance standards, and driving process improvements to enhance product reliability and user satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of QA methodologies, and a keen eye for detail. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the quality assurance practices within a growing organization and advance your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of QA engineers, providing guidance and support.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
• Define and implement QA strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee all phases of the testing lifecycle, including functional, regression, performance, and security testing.
• Identify, document, and track software defects, working closely with development teams to resolve them.
• Automate testing processes where appropriate using various QA tools and frameworks.
• Analyze test results and generate detailed reports on product quality and testing progress.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers to understand requirements and ensure test coverage.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.
• Stay updated on the latest QA trends and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in Quality Assurance, with significant experience in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of QA methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience with test management tools (e.g., JIRA with Zephyr/Xray, TestRail).
• Proficiency in test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium, Cypress).
• Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman).
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate a team.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development and growth. This hybrid role in Sandton, Gauteng , provides a stimulating work environment where you can make a significant impact on product quality and lead a talented team.