Senior Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous PTO

Hybrid work model

Professional growth & certifications

Team events

Employee assistance program

Advancement opportunities

Diverse project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer in Polokwane, Limpopo to lead QA initiatives across web and mobile projects. You will design test strategies, mentor junior QA engineers, and collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to ensure robust quality.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of QA experience, hands-on expertise with Selenium/Appium/Cypress, Jira/Bugzilla, and performance/API testing tools, and a passion for delivering high-quality software

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software quality assurance/testing.
• Ability to develop and execute test plans and test cases.
• Proficiency with automated testing tools and frameworks (Selenium, Appium, Cypress).
• Experience with bug tracking systems (Jira, Bugzilla).
• Strong understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with performance testing (JMeter, LoadRunner) and API testing (Postman, RestAssured).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test strategies for web and mobile applications.
• Identify, document, and track defects; ensure timely resolution.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to ensure test coverage.
• Design and implement automated testing frameworks and scripts.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, performance, and usability testing.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and contribute to QA process improvements.
• Provide detailed reports on product quality and defect trends.

Skills

Team leadership

SDLC knowledge

Agile methodologies

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or related field

Tools

Jira

Bugzilla

Postman

RestAssured

Selenium

Appium

Cypress

JMeter

LoadRunner

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking software development house located in Polokwane, Limpopo , is seeking a meticulous and experienced Senior Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer . This role is vital in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, reliable software products. You will lead QA efforts, develop comprehensive test strategies, and mentor junior QA team members. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of the software development lifecycle, a passion for quality, and expertise in various testing methodologies and tools. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on product quality and contribute to the success of innovative projects. The Polokwane office offers a collaborative and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test strategies for web and mobile applications.
• Identify, document, and track software defects, ensuring timely resolution.
• Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure test coverage.
• Design and implement automated testing frameworks and scripts to improve efficiency and repeatability.
• Perform various types of testing, including functional, regression, integration, performance, and usability testing.
• Lead and mentor junior QA engineers, providing guidance and support.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.
• Analyze test results and provide detailed reports on product quality and defect trends.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in software quality assurance.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software quality assurance/testing.
• Proven experience in developing and executing test plans and test cases.
• Proficiency with automated testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium, Cypress).
• Experience with bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla).
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner).
• Knowledge of API testing tools (e.g., Postman, RestAssured).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and certifications.
• Collaborative work environment in our Polokwane, Limpopo office.
• Regular team activities and social events.
• Employee assistance program.
• Potential for advancement to leadership roles.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging projects.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.