Telecoms Quality Assurance Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract rate

Hybrid working arrangements

Professional development and training

Exposure to diverse testing tools

Potential for contract extension or转换

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, seeks a meticulous Telecoms Quality Assurance Engineer. You will develop and execute test plans for telecom software/hardware, identify defects, and collaborate with Dev teams to resolve issues. Hybrid work enables balancing office collaboration with remote focus.

The role requires a 3+ year QA background in telecoms, knowledge of TCP/IP, VoIP, LTE, and Jira/Bugzilla. You’ll contribute to delivering reliable, high-quality telecommunications solutions for the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Quality Assurance, preferably in telecommunications.
• Experience designing and executing test cases for software and hardware products.
• Familiarity with telecommunications protocols (TCP/IP, VoIP, LTE) and testing tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain test plans and test cases for telecom software and hardware.
• Execute manual and automated tests to identify defects and ensure product quality.
• Document and track defects with clear reproduction steps.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to resolve issues.
• Perform regression testing to ensure fixes don’t introduce new problems.
• Participate in product design meetings to provide QA input.
• Evaluate product performance, usability, and reliability against standards.
• Contribute to continuous QA process improvements and industry best practices.
• Stay updated on trends in quality assurance and telecommunications.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Testing methodologies

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Jira

Bugzilla

Test Management Software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Telecoms Quality Assurance Engineer to join their team in Mahikeng, North West . This role is critical for ensuring the high quality and reliability of our client's telecommunications products and services. You will be responsible for developing and executing test plans, identifying defects, and collaborating with development teams to resolve issues. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of telecommunications systems, software testing methodologies, and a passion for ensuring product excellence. You will play a vital role in the product development lifecycle, contributing to the successful delivery of robust and user-friendly telecommunications solutions. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the technological advancements within the sector in the North West region. The hybrid work arrangement allows for a flexible balance between office-based collaboration and focused remote work. Your commitment to quality will be essential in maintaining our client's reputation for delivering superior telecommunications services. You will be part of a team dedicated to upholding the highest standards of performance and reliability in all deployed solutions in Mahikeng .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive test plans and test cases for telecommunications software and hardware.
• Execute manual and automated tests to identify defects and ensure product quality.
• Document and track defects using bug tracking systems, providing clear and concise reproduction steps.
• Collaborate with software developers and product managers to understand requirements and resolve identified issues.
• Perform regression testing to ensure that bug fixes do not introduce new problems.
• Participate in product design and development meetings to provide quality assurance input.
• Evaluate product performance, usability, and reliability against defined standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in quality assurance and telecommunications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Quality Assurance, preferably in the telecommunications industry.
• Proven experience in designing and executing test cases for software and hardware products.
• Familiarity with telecommunications protocols and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, VoIP, LTE).
• Experience with bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla) and test management software.
• Knowledge of both manual and automated testing techniques.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, essential for a hybrid work environment in Mahikeng .

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate.
• Opportunity to work on innovative telecommunications projects.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse testing environments and tools.
• A collaborative team culture focused on achieving quality excellence.
• Potential for contract extension or conversion to a permanent role.
• Contribution to the technological landscape of North West .