Test Automation Specialist

Ampstek; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Part time

Job summary

A technology services company in Johannesburg is looking for a Mid-Level Automation Tester with over 6 years of experience in automation and manual testing. This role involves designing and executing test suites for web, mobile, and API-based applications while collaborating closely with the development team to enhance software quality. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and skilled in automation tools and programming languages.

Qualifications

• Around 6 years of combined automation and manual testing experience.
• Hands-on experience with automation tools like Selenium/WebDriver, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Java, Python, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test suites for applications.
• Collaborate with the development team to improve software quality.

Skills

Automation and manual testing experience

Proficiency in scripting/programming languages

Experience with Selenium/WebDriver

Such as Cypress or Playwright

Understanding of SDLC and STLC

SQL query writing

REST/GraphQL API testing

Version control (Git)

CI/CD tools

Job description

Overview

Role: Automation Tester

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Job type: Contract

We are looking for a Mid-Level Automation Tester with around 6 years of combined automation and manual testing experience to design, develop, and execute automated and manual test suites for web, mobile, and API-based applications. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about improving software quality.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test suites for web, mobile, and API-based applications. Focus on improving software quality through thorough testing and collaboration with the development team.

Required Skills

• Experience: ~6 years of combined automation and manual testing experience.
• Automation Tools: Hands-on experience with Selenium/WebDriver, Cypress, Playwright, or similar.
• Languages: Proficiency in at least one scripting/programming language (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, C#).
• Manual Testing: Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, and defect management processes.
• Databases & APIs: Ability to write SQL queries and test REST/GraphQL APIs using tools like Postman.
• Familiarity with version control (Git) and CI/CD tools.

About the Recruiter

Thanks & Regards,

Pooja K | Technical Recruiter

UK/EU AmpsTek Services Limited

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