Senior Test Engineer

Ozow; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ozow is looking for a Senior Test Engineer in Cape Town, South Africa, to develop and execute test plans while managing testing throughout the software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in automation and manual testing, as well as strong skills in tools like SoapUI and Selenium.

You will work with a diverse team to create testing scripts, liaise with stakeholders and ensure high-quality standards in line with fintech regulations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years job-related experience.
• Create and execute test plans within an agile environment.
• Strong ability to mentor and guide junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage testing throughout the SDLC.
• Map functional requirements to test cases.
• Automate manual tests for applications.
• Documentation and execution of various testing types.
• Liaise with stakeholders to resolve test issues.
• Develop software test specifications and test reports.

Skills

Automation and Manual testing

SoapUI

Selenium

JMeter

Agile frameworks (Scrum)

Load and performance testing

Education

3-year IT diploma or relevant degree

Job description

Ozow is looking for a Senior Test Engineer with a mix of Automation and Manual skills. You will be working with a team of passionate technology professionals, developing with modern technologies, and solving tough problems.

You are an ideal candidate if you have:

• 7+ years job-related experience
• Proven experience with tools such as SoapUI, Selenium, JMeter, etc.
• Experience working within agile frameworks such as Scrum
• Exposure to load or performance testing
• Must have a 3-year IT diploma or relevant degree

Your skills and experience

• Create and execute test plans within an agile environment
• Manage testing throughout the SDLC
• Map functional requirements to test cases
• Automate manual tests for applications
• Documentation and execution of acceptance, regression, functional and stress testing of the system
• Liaise with stakeholders to resolve test issues and application enhancements
• Risk‑based testing and prioritisation
• Develop Software Test Specifications, test reports and validation protocols for unit, integration, and performance testing
• Review requirements, specifications, user documentation, and other project documentation to assure quality of the products and tests to be developed
• Ensure proper version control and configuration management
• Design and create test scripts to address areas such as software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability in preparation for implementation
• As a senior member of the team, the ability to provide mentorship and guidance is a must

Your skills and competencies

• You eagerly embrace change, absorb cross‑functional skills, and connect ideas across disciplines to drive fresh thinking and innovation.
• Ability to initiate, develop, maintain and leverage outstanding relationships to influence a wide network, both inside and outside the company.
• A trailblazer who steps up, takes charge, and creates meaningful impact—those driven by performance and purpose to lead from the front and make a real difference every day.
• You thrive in collaboration, embrace inclusion, and bring a genuine curiosity for global cultures—valuing collective success over individual credit.
• Demonstrate strategic foresight, sound judgement, and the ability to make confident decisions under uncertainty, always working toward the best possible outcomes.
• You challenge norms, champion innovation, and constantly seek growth—for themselves, their team, and the solutions they build.
• You are a decisive doer—those who take initiative, follow through with confidence, and ensure results through courageous, hands‑on leadership.
• We value optimism, agility, and the strength to persevere under pressure—balancing performance with positivity, even in challenging environments.
• You are driven, proactive individuals who take ownership, face challenges with grit, and consistently push for excellence—not just as participants, but as catalysts for success.

During the interview process you will meet with the People team, the hiring manager, and relevant CSuite. Be prepared to complete a technical assessment that will showcase your skills.

Join Ozow and become part of an elite force that challenges the ordinary and achieves the extraordinary. If you're driven to make an impact, embrace challenges, and seek unparalleled opportunities for growth, your journey starts here.

Compliance

As a fintech company, we prioritize data security, confidentiality, regulatory and compliance. Due to the sensitive nature of our work, we require individuals with a high level of integrity and trustworthiness to ensure adherence to financial regulations and industry standards. Given the sensitive nature of our work, all employees are expected to demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to ethical conduct in line with financial regulations and industry standards.