Software Test Analyst

Capitec Bank; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitec Bank seeks a Quality Assurance specialist in the Digital Merchant Commerce team. In this role, you'll ensure quality for card machine solutions, engaging in backend testing, automation, and collaboration across diverse tech environments. Ideal candidates have 4+ years of QA experience, Python expertise, and a tertiary qualification in Software Testing or IT.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of QA testing experience in a business environment.
• Hands-on experience with test automation.
• Solid knowledge of the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Experience in a Financial/Banking Systems environment is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality across card machine solutions for small businesses.
• Conduct backend testing using Python and support frontend testing with JavaScript.
• Assess impact of software changes and implement best practices in testing.

Skills

Test automation

Backend testing

Python

JavaScript

End-to-end testing processes

Software Development Lifecycle

Software Quality Assurance

Test reporting

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Software Testing or Information Technology

ISTQB Certification

Job description

Apply by: 11 June 2025

We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

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Join Us in Becoming the Best Bank in the World!!

We appoint energized and motivated people for their potential and continuously look for talented, driven individuals to help us innovate and evolve. That is why we focus on finding the right people for the right jobs. We love what we do because we focus on making a positive difference for our clients and employees. Our company DNA is built around talented and committed teams dedicated to build a brand that we are proud of and earns the trust of our clients.

Who We Are

We are a bank, but we’re much more than that. We believe that banking is about enabling people to control their financial lives through banking that is simplified, accessible, affordable and delivered through personal experience. By helping our clients manage their financial lives better, we enable them to live better.

Why Choose Us

At Capitec, we offer our best by living up to our CEO values in every situation – we always put the Client first, act with Energy and take Ownership. And to support people in being their best, our Employee Value Proposition offers every value to all team members through cohesive teams, growth opportunities as well as employee benefits and savings. We make it a priority to ensure that each member of the Capitec team feels welcome, valued, focused, and has the opportunity to grow.

About The Role/Team

Join our dynamic Digital Merchant Commerce team, where we power the full journey of card machine solutions used by small businesses across the country. From sleek Android POS devices to intuitive merchant portals and seamless onboarding experiences, we build and maintain platforms that keep commerce moving. You'll play a key role in ensuring quality across a diverse and exciting tech stack - spanning devices, backend systems, and web interfaces. If you're passionate about test automation, love working across multiple product areas, and thrive in a fast-paced, impact-driven environment, this is your chance to help shape the future of payments with a team that values innovation, collaboration, and getting things done right.

What We Are Looking For

• 4 + years of Quality Assurance (QA) testing experience in a business environment.
• Hands-on experience with test automation.
• Strong backend testing experience using Python, and a working knowledge of JavaScript to support basic frontend testing efforts.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end testing processes.
• Able to assess the impact of software changes across systems.
• Solid knowledge of the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Understands common software faults and how to identify them.
• Exposure to a variety of software domains and applications under test.
• Applied best practices in software/hardware testing and Software Quality Assurance (SQA).
• Proficient in test reporting, defect tracking, and follow-up processes.
• Experience in a Financial/Banking Systems environment is ideal.
• A proactive self-starter who adapts easily and thrives in dynamic, growth-focused environments.
  
  
  
  

Education

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Software Testing or Information Technology
• ISTQB Certification (Foundation Level or higher) required, demonstrating standardized knowledge in software testing and QA best practices

Condition of Employment

• Clear criminal and credit record

Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.