Software Quality Assurance Engineer - Automation

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site work environment

Medical and dental insurance

Paid time off

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Software Quality Assurance Engineer focused on automation to join their Soweto development team. You will design, develop, and execute automated test scripts to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of software applications, enabling faster release cycles.

You will collaborate with developers and product managers to identify defects and improve QA processes, with on-site work in a collaborative office setting and opportunities for training and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in software quality assurance with a focus on automation.
• Proficiency in programming languages used for automation (Python/Java/JavaScript).
• Experience with automation testing frameworks (Selenium, Appium, Cypress).
• Familiarity with API testing tools and techniques.
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web and mobile applications.
• Execute test cases, analyze results, and report defects clearly and concisely.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Identify opportunities for test automation and implement efficient testing strategies.
• Participate in reviewing design documents to provide feedback.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.

Skills

Test automation

Python

Java

JavaScript

API testing

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Selenium

Appium

Cypress

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and driven Software Quality Assurance Engineer focused on automation to join their dynamic development team in Soweto . You will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated test scripts to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of their software applications. This role is critical in maintaining high standards of product quality and enabling faster release cycles through efficient testing processes. You will collaborate closely with developers and product managers to identify and resolve defects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web and mobile applications.


• Execute test cases, analyze test results, and report defects clearly and concisely.


• Collaborate with developers to understand feature requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.


• Identify opportunities for test automation and implement efficient testing strategies.


• Participate in the review of functional and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.


• 2+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with a strong focus on test automation.


• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used for automation, such as Python, Java, or JavaScript.


• Experience with automation testing frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium, Cypress).


• Familiarity with API testing tools and techniques.


• Understanding of Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.


• On-site work environment in a collaborative office setting.


• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.


• Paid time off and company-sponsored events.


• Opportunities for training and professional growth in QA and automation.