Software Test Analyst Ii

Capitec; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution in Stellenbosch is seeking a Software Test Analyst to join their Group Treasury team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in testing within Agile environments and possess strong SQL and API testing skills. This role involves working collaboratively on new systems and ensuring data accuracy for critical financial decisions. The position offers an opportunity to innovate in a dynamic banking environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of testing experience in an Agile environment.
• Possesses payments domain knowledge (EFT, debit check, RTGS, international and electronic payments).
• Highly proficient in SQL.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in shaping the future of payments and financial systems.
• Ensure accuracy and reliability in the data and dashboards.
• Work closely with developers, business analysts, and architects.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communications Skills

Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills

Problem solving skills

Numerical Reasoning skills

Education

Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational

A relevant tertiary qualification in Software Testing or Information Technology

Tools

SQL

API testing tools (Playwright, BrowserStack)

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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

As a Software Test Analyst in Capitec’s Group Treasury team, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of our payments and financial systems. This isn’t just about testing — it’s about ensuring accuracy and reliability in the data and dashboards that Treasury relies on to make critical decisions.

You’ll work closely with developers, business analysts, and architects in a lean, collaborative team that’s building new systems and processes from the ground up. That means you’ll have the opportunity to influence, innovate, and see your input make a direct impact.

We’re looking for someone with payments experience, strong SQL and API testing skills, and the adaptability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Automation and cloud knowledge are advantageous, but your curiosity, logical thinking, and ability to connect the dots across are what will set you apart.

This is a chance to join a “blank canvas” team where your ideas matter, your contribution is valued, and your work helps power the financial heartbeat of the bank.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Has 3–5 years of testing experience in an Agile environment.
• Possesses payments domain knowledge (EFT, debit check, RTGS, international and electronic payments).
• Is highly proficient in SQL (essential).
• Has hands‑on experience with API testing and exposure to tools like Playwright or BrowserStack.
• Brings an analytical mindset with the ability to validate complex financial data.
• Is adaptable, resilient, and thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Bonus: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred, Azure acceptable), test automation, and an ISTQB certification.

Education (Minimum)

• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Software Testing or Information Technology

Education (Ideal Or Preferred)

• National Diploma in Information Technology

Knowledge and Experience

Minimum

• Understand the end‑to‑end processes being tested to achieve successful testing.
• Knowledge of and exposure to impact analysis when introducing software changes.
• Understand the full Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Best practice / industry standard in software and hardware testing, reporting, tracking and follow up, and Software Quality Assurance (SQA).
• 2–3 years’ experience in Quality Assurance (QA) testing within a business context.

Ideal

• Knowledge of Capitec’s Way of Work (WoW) during projects.
• Experience in continuous delivery environment.
• Application of test tools.
• Test Automation.
• Financial/Banking Systems.
• Reinforce with stakeholders/feature team appropriate testing environments and timelines.
• SQL Query/Fundamentals.

Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Communications Skills
• Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills
• Problem solving skills
• Numerical Reasoning skills

Additional Information

• 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.