Tester

Blue Pearl HQ; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A software solutions company is seeking a detail-oriented QA Tester to ensure the quality and performance of applications. The role involves end-to-end testing, developing test plans, and implementing automated testing frameworks. Ideal candidates have experience in software testing and strong analytical skills. This position is based in Cape Town, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software testing, QA, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end and integration testing methodologies.
• Experience in developing test plans, strategies, and test cases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive testing of the entire solution.
• Verify the interaction between front-end and back-end systems.
• Develop detailed test plans covering functional, performance, and security aspects.

Skills

Software testing

Analytical skills

Automation testing

API testing

Collaboration

Tools

Selenium

JUnit

JIRA

TestRail

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented QA Tester / Software Tester to ensure the quality, reliability, and seamless performance of our applications. The ideal candidate will be responsible for end-to-end testing, integration verification, and implementing automated testing frameworks to enhance efficiency. This role requires strong analytical skills, problem‑solving abilities, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Testing: Conduct comprehensive testing of the entire solution to ensure all application components function seamlessly together.
• Integration Testing: Verify the interaction between front-end and back-end systems, ensuring smooth data flow and functionality.
• Test Planning & Strategy: Develop detailed test plans and strategies covering functional, performance, and security aspects of the application.
• Automation: Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks to improve testing efficiency and coverage.
• Bug Identification & Reporting: Identify, document, and track defects, collaborating with the project team for timely resolution.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure overall application quality, reliability, and adherence to best practices.
• Collaboration: Work closely with developers, data engineers, data scientists, and other stakeholders to align testing with project goals and requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience in software testing, QA, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end and integration testing methodologies.
• Experience in developing test plans, strategies, and test cases.
• Proficiency in automated testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Cypress, or similar).
• Hands‑on experience with bug tracking and test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).
• Knowledge of API testing and performance testing is a plus.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with data‑driven applications or cloud-based systems.
• Exposure to scripting or programming languages (Python, Java, JavaScript, etc.) for test automation.
• ISTQB Certification or relevant QA certification is a plus.