Test Engineer

SWATX; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic software company in Cape Town is seeking a dedicated Test Engineer to design and execute test plans, ensuring quality software products. The ideal candidate has a B.Sc. in a related field and proven experience in testing, with strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities. This role involves collaboration with development teams and requires familiarity with Agile methodologies.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Test Engineer or similar role in software testing.
• Solid understanding of software testing methodologies and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with bug tracking and test management tools.
• Understanding of Agile software development methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute test plans and cases.
• Collaborate closely with the development team.
• Specify testing requirements and perform functional and regression testing.

Job description

SWATX is seeking a dedicated Test Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing test plans and cases to ensure the quality and functionality of software products. You will collaborate closely with the development team to identify issues early in the software development life cycle and contribute to the overall improvement of the product quality.

In this role, you will specify testing requirements, perform functional and regression testing, and ensure that all aspects of the product align with customer requirements and industry standards. Your insights will help shape our testing strategies and enhance our commitment to delivering exceptional software solutions.

Requirements

• Education: B.Sc. in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience: Proven experience as a Test Engineer or similar role in software testing
• Technical Skills: Solid understanding of software testing methodologies and tools, including automated testing frameworks
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Tools Proficiency: Familiarity with bug tracking and test management tools
• Knowledge: Understanding of Agile software development methodologies is a plus