Senior Test Analyst

Expleo Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions firm in Johannesburg seeks a Senior Test Analyst to lead testing efforts and mentor junior analysts. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of software testing experience, expertise in test planning, and proficiency in automation testing tools. This role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to quality standards, offering a dynamic environment to drive testing initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software testing, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior capacity.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile, and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate testing activities across all phases.
• Develop comprehensive test strategies and plans.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure test coverage.
• Drive test automation initiatives.
• Manage and mentor junior test analysts.
• Facilitate defect triage meetings.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Provide status reports and insights to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Test Planning

Defect Management

Automation Testing

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

ISTQB Certification

Tools

JIRA

TestRail

Selenium

Cypress

Postman

Job description

Job title: Senior Test Analyst

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: November 17, 2025

Overview

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Test Analyst with proven leadership capabilities to join our dynamic QA team.
• This role requires a strategic thinker who can not only execute testing activities but also lead testing efforts across all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in test planning, execution, and defect management, while mentoring junior analysts and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate testing activities across unit, integration, system, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT) phases.
• Develop comprehensive test strategies, plans, and scripts based on business requirements and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and project managers to ensure test coverage and alignment with project goals.
• Drive test automation initiatives and identify opportunities for efficiency and scalability.
• Manage and mentor junior test analysts, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback.
• Facilitate defect triage meetings, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication of issues.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, testing methodologies, and best practices.
• Provide status reports, metrics, and insights to stakeholders on testing progress and quality outcomes.
• Champion continuous improvement in testing processes and tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• ISTQB Certification (Foundation or Advanced) preferred.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in software testing, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior capacity.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile, and Waterfall methodologies.
• Proficiency in test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, HP ALM).
• Experience with automated testing frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Postman).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
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