Test Analyst

Lightstone Proprietary Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in South Africa is seeking a Test Analyst to join their product development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing user stories, writing and executing manual tests, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Applicants should have 2-3 years of experience in testing, a relevant tertiary qualification, and strong skills in test case design. This role offers a dynamic, collaborative environment focused on continuous learning and quality delivery.

Qualifications

• Matric and relevant tertiary qualification required.
• 2-3 years' experience as a Test Analyst.
• Proficient in software test practices.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user stories.
• Write, design, and execute manual tests.
• Coordinate with team members for work activities.

Skills

Strong Manual Testing exposure

Ability to extract and design test cases from business requirements

Excellent time management

Problem-solving skills

Education

Matric and a relevant tertiary qualification

Qualification in Computer Science or related field

ISTQB certification

Tools

Software test management tools

API testing tools

Job description

Lightstone Auto is an intelligent solutions company with strong, automotive industry-specific expertise and core capabilities in Dealer systems (Sales, Stock, Marketing and F&I), market performance and forecasting analytics and data management. We specialize in delivering integrated, online knowledge solutions, batch and real-time data quality solutions, and a broad range of dealership focused analytical products to a range of automotive manufacturers, dealerships, and financial services clients. We hire exceptional people and provide them with an environment where they can excel.

Our non‑corporate culture encourages flexibility, collaboration and innovation. We pride ourselves in our core values to Encourage Participation, Respond to Changing Needs and Win Together, which are reflected in each development, project, product or service we undertake to deliver.

Role Overview

Test Analyst required to join Lightstone's product development team to:

• Analyse user stories
• Write, design, and execute manual tests
• Estimate test efforts accurately and coordinate with team members for work activities
• Maintain a well organised test case framework
• Participate in product design to guarantee adherence of test coverage for meeting end user requirements
• Work alongside members of the delivery team to deliver outcomes within given timelines
• Assist the automation test engineer in identifying tests to be automated
• Record test results and report and verify software bug fixes
• Be committed to developing skills (continuous learning) to provide up‑to‑date solutions

Qualifications

• Matric and a relevant tertiary qualification required
• Qualification in Computer Science, Software Development, or a related field preferable
• ISTQB certification advantages
• Strong Manual Testing exposure
• Ability to extract and design test cases from business requirements
• Test case management
• 2‑3 years' experience as a Test Analyst
• Proficient in software test practices
• Awareness of automation principles
• Knowledge of the software testing life cycle

Technical Skills

• Demonstratable experience of software test management tools
• Demonstrable experience at test case writing
• Working knowledge of API testing tools

Non-technical Skills

• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Enthusiastic towards delivering quality products
• Have a curious mindset putting the customer first
• Mathematical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills
• Self-development skills to keep up to date with fast-changing trends
• Ability to work alone and within a team
• Comfortable engaging at any level of the organisation to provide articulate answers to testing observations