SQE I (Software Quality Engineer I)

NedBank; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Test Automation Engineer to enhance their quality assurance processes. In this dynamic role, you will leverage advanced automation tools to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions. You will engage closely with cross-functional teams, participate in agile ceremonies, and contribute to the continuous improvement of testing methodologies. This forward-thinking company values innovation and collaboration, providing an environment where your contributions can significantly impact the quality of their services. If you are passionate about technology and eager to drive improvements, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in Test Automation and Quality Assurance within Agile teams.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and estimation of features to be delivered.
• Deliver quality assurance solutions on time and manage issue resolution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and report testing status daily.

Skills

Test Automation

Quality Assurance

Agile Methodologies

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate

Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Tools

Selenium

Appium

JMeter

RestAssured

JAVA

IntelliJ

Job description

Use the automation framework and pre-defined test tools to inspect, analyse, design, develop and implement re-useable automated test assets to quality assure the solution and its architecture to ensure the overall quality of the solution.

Job Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the planning, estimation and sizing of products, features, stories to be delivered.
• Delivery of a well-structured and standard designed, quality assurance solutions within the timelines agreed with the delivery team.
• Report and manage the resolution of issues timeously to avoid unplanned expenses which could result in late delivery and stability issues once operational.
• Contribute to the retrospective reviews to introduce efficiencies which will ensure quicker delivery with high quality to our clients.
• Work closely with QA Leads, QA Practise Leads, Developers, Architects, Product Owner and other Stakeholders to meet the expectations of our client.
• Build and foster deep relationships with Peers, Subject Matter Experts, Developers, Product Owner and other Stakeholders through honest communication which aligns to the Nedbank Values.
• Liaise with Stakeholders across Group Technology to build a network that will align to nWoW.
• Confirm that the automation test suite implemented is appropriately catalogued and aligns with the governance.
• Log defects using the pre-defined defect management tool and ensure the relevant information is captured accurately that will assist with the root cause analysis.
• Identify potential product risks and communicate to the QA Lead the details and any possible mitigation factors.
• Collaborate with the stakeholder to ensure the resolution of a defect and that the root cause analysis is performed and recorded.
• Report status of testing to the squad daily.
• Participate in all retrospective reviews.
• Participate in the showcase to stakeholders.
• Understand and manage own time based on expected timelines articulated by the line-management and project expectations.
• Collaborate with Peers and industry experts to understand technical advances and its application within the Nedbank eco-system.
• Seek ongoing improvements in technical capabilities.
• Support the achievement of the business strategy, objectives and values.
• Stay abreast of developments in field of expertise.
• Ensure personal growth and enable effectiveness in performance of roles and responsibilities.
• Contribute to the Nedbank Culture building initiatives (e.g. staff surveys etc.).
• Participate and support corporate responsibility initiatives for the achievement of business strategy.
• Seek opportunities to improve business processes, models and systems through agile thinking.
• Test Automation of all applications, delivering within the SAFe construct. The candidate will work in a squad, doing in-sprint automation, leveraging the approved Toolsets in EQA (Selenium, Appium, JMeter, RestAssured, using JAVA with IntelliJ).

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

• Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
• Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

About the company

At Nedbank, we see ourselves as money experts who do good. And by doing good, we strive to be the difference that impacts our world for the better.