Test Automation Lead

Isilumko Staffing; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Isilumko Staffing in Johannesburg, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Test Automation Lead to drive QA initiatives and lead automated testing across complex digital products and platforms. The role sits in a hybrid environment and requires leadership across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include defining test strategies, developing reusable automation assets, and improving automation coverage while collaborating with analysts, developers, product owners, and QA teams to ensure

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Software Testing and Quality Assurance.
• Minimum 3 years' experience leading Test Automation initiatives.
• Strong experience in Agile software development environments.
• Proven experience with test automation frameworks and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the testing function throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Define and implement test strategies, frameworks, and best practices.
• Design, develop, and maintain reusable automated test assets.
• Ensure product quality by identifying and mitigating risks across systems and integrations.
• Collaborate with Business Analysts, Developers, Product Owners, and QA teams to ensure delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement of test processes, automation coverage, and testing efficiencies.
• Execute and oversee Front-End, API, and Performance Testing activities.
• Support Agile delivery teams and promote healthy team dynamics and effective collaboration.
• Analyse test results, defects, and performance metrics, providing recommendations for improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Prioritization

Quality focus

Education

Degree/Diploma IT related

Tools

Selenium

Appium

Healenium

RestAssured

JMeter

API Testing

Performance Testing

Test Automation Framework Development

CI/CD and DevOps

Job description

Test Automation Lead

Johannesburg, Gauteng (Hybrid)

Our client, a leading organisation within the financial services and technology sector, is seeking an experienced Test Automation Lead to drive quality assurance initiatives and lead automated testing across complex digital products and platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the testing function throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Define and implement test strategies, frameworks, and best practices.
• Design, develop, and maintain reusable automated test assets.
• Ensure product quality by identifying and mitigating risks across systems and integrations.
• Collaborate closely with Business Analysts, Developers, Product Owners, and QA teams to ensure seamless delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement of test processes, automation coverage, and testing efficiencies.
• Execute and oversee Front-End, API, and Performance Testing activities.
• Support Agile delivery teams and promote healthy team dynamics and effective collaboration.
• Analyse test results, defects, and performance metrics, providing recommendations for improvement.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant Degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Software Testing and Quality Assurance.
• Minimum 3 years' experience leading Test Automation initiatives.
• Strong experience in Agile software development environments.
• Proven experience with test automation frameworks and methodologies.

Technical Skills

• Selenium
• Appium
• Healenium
• RestAssured
• JMeter
• API Testing
• Performance Testing (Non-Functional Testing)
• Test Automation Framework Development
• CI/CD and DevOps practices (advantageous)

Competencies

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem solving abilities
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
• Quality focused with a passion for continuous improvement

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on large scale enterprise platforms
• Exposure to cutting edge automation technologies
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Competitive remuneration package