Quality Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Test Analyst Lead to join our dynamic team in Johannesburg, South Africa. In this Contract position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions by driving quality assurance initiatives, coordinating testing efforts, and championing best practices across our organisation. As a Test Analyst Lead, you will work collaboratively with development teams, stakeholders, and business partners to identify risks, resolve quality issues, and continuously improve our testing strategies and processes.

• Coordinate and execute comprehensive testing activities, including test planning, test case design, and test execution across multiple projects and applications
• Monitor, track, and report on defects, test status, and quality metrics to ensure transparent communication of the quality state to delivery teams and stakeholders
• Design and implement automated testing solutions using industry-standard tools and frameworks to enhance testing efficiency and coverage
• Collaborate with development teams to identify, analyse, and resolve quality issues and blockers that impede the testing effort
• Define and establish quality engineering standards, best practices, and testing approaches aligned with organisational objectives and IT strategic initiatives
• Develop and maintain test environments and ensure the necessary tools and infrastructure are available for seamless test execution
• Lead quality assurance initiatives and act as a trusted advisor, providing expert guidance on testing strategies, risk assessment, and continuous improvement opportunities
• Ensure alignment with modern engineering practices such as Agile, Continuous Integration, and Test-Driven Development to maintain future-fit testing approaches
• Participate actively in demonstrations and pilot activities with business teams to understand priorities and inform risk-based testing strategies
• Mentor and support team members in quality engineering practices, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning
• Escalate identified risks and quality concerns promptly, ensuring delivery expectations remain clear and achievable
• Maintain detailed documentation of test results, quality reports, and acceptance criteria to support informed decision-making