Test Analyst at QES

QE Services (QE Services); Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the supply chain industry is seeking a QA Test Analyst based in Cape Town. The successful candidate will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality assurance and application testing, providing vital insights on software quality through comprehensive testing processes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of test analysis experience in software development or IT.
• ISTQB certification in test analysis is advantageous.
• Proven experience as a Test Analyst.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate work products such as requirements and design.
• Verify if all specified requirements have been fulfilled.
• Build confidence in the level of quality of the test object.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Commerce or Computer Science

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Microsoft Visio

Job description

My client based in Cape Town (Woodstock) is currently looking for a QA Test Analyst to join them on an independent contract basis

Woodstock / Warehouse Management Systems Experience / Onsite / South African Citizen
Industry: Supply Chain
Job category: QA Test Analyst
Location: Cape Town

Introduction
The purpose of a Test Analyst it for partner with key stakeholders for the planning, development and execution of quality assurance and application testing to ultimately implement quality software to the business. The role will be based at Head Office in Cape Town.

Purpose and Objectives

• To prevent defects by evaluate work products such as requirements, design, and code
• To verify whether all specified requirements have been fulfilled
• To check whether the test object is complete and validate if it works as the users and other stakeholders expect
• To build confidence in the level of quality of the test object
• To find defects and failures thus reduce the level of risk of inadequate software quality
• To provide sufficient information to stakeholders to allow them to make informed decisions, especially regarding the level of quality of the test object
• To comply with contractual, legal, or regulatory requirements or standards, and/orto verify the test object's compliance with such requirements or standards

Minimum requirements

JOB EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATION

• 10+ Years Test Analysis in software development or IT environment
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Commerce or Computer Science
• ISTQB Certification in Test Analysis is advantageous.
• Proven experience as a Test Analysis
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in analysing requirement Process Diagram and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and software development lifecycle.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of relevant tools such as Microsoft Visio, JIRA, Confluence, etc.
• Agile experience an advantage

JOB RELATED COMPETENCIES

• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Leading and Supervising
• Analysing
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts
• Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
• Planning and Organising
• Works productively in a high-pressure environment.
• Maintain optimistic outlook re challenges
• Adapts to changing circumstances

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Excellent written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Professional in attitude and appearance to face off with clients
• Ability to handle multiple and changing priorities and multiple customers, having a proactive hands on approach
• Excellent questioning and listening skills, with strong influencing skills
• Approachable and able to communicate effectively at all levels, with excellent relationship skills
• Motivated, confident, self-sufficient and able to contribute from day one

Desired Skills:

• Test Scripts
• End to End Testing
• Manual Testing
• Test Cases

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Grade 12 / Matric