QA Team Lead - South Africa - Recru-it

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    Recru-it South Africa

    14 hours ago

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    Role and Responsibilities:
    The Team Lead QA Engineer will oversee a team of QA Engineers, driving both manual and automated testing processes. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products, improving testing frameworks, and mentoring team members to develop technical and professional skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in test automation and a passion for delivering efficient, scalable, and reliable solutions.

    Key Responsibilities:
    • Lead and mentor a team of QA Engineers, providing technical and career guidance.
    • Design, develop, and maintain automated testing frameworks, scripts, and tools.
    • Plan, organise, and oversee testing activities throughout the software development lifecycle.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Software and Data Engineers, Product Managers, and DevOps, to ensure seamless integration of QA processes.
    • Define test strategies and drive the adoption of automation best practices to improve quality and efficiency.
    • Perform code reviews for automated test scripts and provide constructive feedback.
    • Analyse test results, report defects, and ensure timely resolution through root cause analysis.
    • Monitor and optimise test automation execution times and coverage.
    • Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process enhancements.
    • Ensure compliance with QA standards and procedures within the team.
    • Develop metrics and KPIs to measure the performance and effectiveness of QA efforts.

    Required Qualifications:
    • Certifications: Relevant certifications in QA and Testing Automation, or similar fields.
    • Education / Degrees: Bachelors degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field.

    Required Skills and Experience:
    • 8+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 2 years in a leadership or team lead role.
    • Hands-on experience with automation testing tools (e.g. Cypress, Playwright).
    • Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (e.g. Python, JavaScript).
    • Strong understanding of software testing principles, methodologies (e.g. Agile/Scrum), and best practices.
    • Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
    • Knowledge of version control systems like Git.
    • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Ability to write clear and comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
    • Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
    • Proven track record of delivering high-quality software under tight deadlines.
    • Familiarity with performance and security testing concepts is a plus.

    Why youll love working for the company:

    The company believes in taking care of their team and creating an environment where you can thrive. As part of their company, youll enjoy:
    • Flexible Working Arrangements: Whether youre a night owl or an early bird, the company offer hybrid and remote options to suit your lifestyle.
    • Comprehensive Benefits: From a wellness program to home office reimbursements and continuous learning opportunities, weve got you covered.
    • Team Culture: Fun team-building activities, regular socials, and a supportive, inclusive culture that values transparency, accountability, and work-life balance.
    • Performance Incentives: Competitive salaries, ESOP, and recognition for your hard work


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