Telecom Quality Assurance Engineer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Training programs

State-of-the-art equipment

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Telecom Quality Assurance Engineer for its Paarl team. You will design and execute comprehensive test plans, work with developers to resolve defects, and ensure high quality telecom products and services in the Western Cape.

The role requires 3+ years in telecom QA or software testing, plus hands-on experience with test automation and telecom protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in telecom quality assurance or software testing.
• Proficiency in testing methodologies and tools relevant to telecoms.
• Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed test plans and test cases for telecom software and hardware.
• Perform functional, integration, performance, and regression testing.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using bug tracking systems.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure thorough test coverage.
• Automate testing processes where possible to improve efficiency and repeatability.
• Validate bug fixes and ensure that resolved issues do not reintroduce problems.

Skills

Test planning

Quality assurance

Software testing

Bug tracking

Automation scripting

Telecom protocols

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE

Tools

Test automation frameworks

Scripting languages

Bug tracking tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Telecom Quality Assurance Engineer to join their product development team in Paarl . This role is critical in ensuring the reliability, performance, and functionality of our telecommunications products and services. You will be responsible for designing and executing comprehensive test plans, identifying defects, and collaborating with developers to resolve issues, ultimately guaranteeing the highest standards of quality for our offerings in the Western Cape . The ideal candidate is passionate about quality, possesses a keen eye for detail, and has a solid understanding of telecom systems and testing methodologies, contributing to a team dedicated to delivering robust solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed test plans and test cases for telecom software and hardware.
• Perform various types of testing, including functional, integration, performance, and regression testing.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using bug tracking systems.
• Collaborate closely with development teams to understand product features and ensure thorough test coverage.
• Automate testing processes where possible to improve efficiency and repeatability.
• Validate bug fixes and ensure that resolved issues do not introduce new problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in telecom quality assurance or software testing.
• Proficiency in testing methodologies and tools relevant to the telecommunications industry.
• Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting languages.
• Understanding of telecom protocols and network architectures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with opportunities for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits package.
• Training and development programs to enhance technical skills.
• Access to state-of-the-art testing equipment and tools.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture focused on delivering excellence.