Test Automation Engineer II

Capitec Bank Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitec Bank is seeking a Quality Assurance professional to join their dynamic Credit Access team. With a focus on automation-first development, the role involves testing and ensuring software quality in a fast-paced banking environment. Candidates should have strong testing experience and relevant qualifications to thrive in this collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years of QA testing experience in a business environment.
• Hands-on experience with test automation.
• Strong backend testing and knowledge of front-end testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end testing processes.
• Assess software changes across systems.
• Ensure best practices in testing and Software Quality Assurance.

Skills

Quality Assurance testing

Test automation

Backend testing

Software Development Lifecycle

Test reporting

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Software Testing

ISTQB Foundation Level

Job description

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We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

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We appoint energized and motivated people for their potential and continuously look for talented, driven individuals to help us innovate and evolve. That is why we focus on finding the right people for the right jobs. We love what we do because we focus on making a positive difference for our clients and employees. Our company DNA is built around talented and committed teams dedicated to building a brand that we are proud of and that earns the trust of our clients.

Who We Are

We are a bank, but we’re much more than that. We believe that banking is about enabling people to control their financial lives through banking that is simplified, accessible, affordable, and delivered through personal experience. By helping our clients manage their financial lives better, we enable them to live better.

Why Choose Us

At Capitec, we offer our best by living up to our CEO values in every situation – we always put the Client first, act with Energy, and take Ownership. To support our people in being their best, our Employee Value Proposition offers every value to all team members through cohesive teams, growth opportunities, as well as employee benefits and savings. We prioritize ensuring that each member of the Capitec team feels welcome, valued, focused, and has the opportunity to grow.

About The Role/Team

Join a dynamic and high-performing Credit Access team that’s deeply committed to automation-first development. We thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment where innovation and collaboration are part of our DNA. From day one, automation is built into every project—enabling us to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions to complex challenges. Currently, we’re working on several exciting, high-impact initiatives, including our Repay-as-you-earn product and broader automation-first strategies.

What We Are Looking For

• 3 – 5 years of Quality Assurance (QA) testing experience in a business environment.
• Hands-on experience with test automation.
• Strong backend testing experience, with a working knowledge of front-end testing to support basic frontend testing efforts.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end testing processes.
• Able to assess the impact of software changes across systems.
• Solid knowledge of the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Understands common software faults and how to identify them.
• Exposure to various software domains and applications under test.
• Applied best practices in software/hardware testing and Software Quality Assurance (SQA).
• Proficient in test reporting, defect tracking, and follow-up processes.
• Experience in a Financial/Banking Systems environment is ideal.
• A proactive self-starter who adapts easily and thrives in dynamic, growth-focused environments.

Education

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Software Testing (minimum).
• Software Testing - Foundation Level through the International Software Testing Qualification Board (ISTQB) is ideal.

If you are interested in being part of this dynamic team, on a mission to build the best bank in the world by unlocking the potential of its people, please apply. We would love to hear from you!

Capitec is committed to diversity and, where feasible, all appointments will support the achievement of our employment equity goals.

Capitec Bank is an authorized financial services provider (FSP 46669) and registered credit provider (NCRCP13). Capitec Bank Limited Reg. No: 1980/003695/06