Software Test Engineer

AECI; Midvaal Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics company in Gauteng is seeking a full-time Software Test Engineer. The role focuses on testing and debugging high-tech equipment, requiring a BEng or BTech in Electronics. Ideal candidates will have 5 to 10 years of experience in software testing, as well as strong leadership and communication skills. Responsibilities include collaborating with development teams, designing test cases, and mentoring team members, all within an agile environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of professional experience in software development and/or testing, ideally in embedded systems or firmware environments.
• Solid understanding of software quality assurance principles and testing methodologies.
• ISTQB Certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with development teams to understand product architecture and testing objectives.
• Design comprehensive test cases and document results.
• Conduct informal and formal testing alongside development engineers.

Skills

Continuous Integration

APIs

Jenkins

JUnit

Quality Assurance

Agile

TestNG

Software Testing

Java

Test Automation

Cucumber

Selenium

Education

BEng (Electronics) or BTech (Electronics)

Job description

Purpose of the job

Test and debug manufactured equipment using systematic tests according to specifications as per the software requirements. The incumbent will create and execute manual and automated test scripts for products and system testing while following established practices and procedures and will be responsible for working through a defined set of tests and interpreting results.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with development teams to gain a deep understanding of the product architecture and testing objectives.
• Participate in software review sessions to assess newly implemented features and changes.
• Analyze and interpret software functionality and changes to inform test planning.
• During development: conduct informal firmware testing alongside development engineers to identify and resolve programming errors early.
• During formal testing: design comprehensive test cases to uncover defects; validate correct implementation of software features against specifications; document and communicate test results; ensure thorough functional coverage across all test scenarios; define scope of testing activities per release; plan, execute, and manage testing cycles including result analysis and feedback loops; prepare and maintain detailed test documentation including test plans, procedures and acceptance reports.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in software testing practices and team workflows.
• Proactively develop technical expertise, particularly in automation tools and methodologies.
• Support the growth and development of team members through mentorship and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications & Experience

• BEng (Electronics) or BTech (Electronics) or equivalent engineering qualification.
• 5‑10 years of professional work experience in software development and/or testing, ideally in embedded systems or firmware environments.
• Solid understanding of software quality assurance principles, testing methodologies and development processes.
• ISTQB Level Certification (Foundation or Advanced Level) is advantageous.
• Qualification or experience in technical team management or project coordination is an advantage.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration and reporting.
• Strong leadership capabilities, able to work across multiple teams and mentor others.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple diverse projects simultaneously.
• Flexible, independent and self‑motivated with a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

Key Skills

Continuous Integration, APIs, Jenkins, JUnit, Quality Assurance, Agile, TestNG, Software Testing, Java, Test Automation, Cucumber, Selenium

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: 5‑10 years

Vacancy: 1

Location: Modderfontein, Gauteng, South Africa