Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical QA Engineer to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of our web applications and APIs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in manual testing, API validation, database query validation, and automation testing frameworks. You will collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality software releases.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform functional, UI/UX, cross-browser, and responsive testing of web applications.
- Validate front-end and back-end integrations.
- Identify and document bugs, usability issues, and performance bottlenecks.
- Test RESTful and GraphQL APIs using tools like Postman, Swagger, or Insomnia.
- Validate request/response payloads, authentication, error handling, and status codes.
- Automate API test cases using frameworks like RestAssured, Postman (Newman), or pytest.
- Write and execute SQL queries to validate data integrity, migration, and back-end processing.
- Verify data consistency between UI, API, and database.
- Collaborate with developers to troubleshoot and verify stored procedures, triggers, and data flows.
- Design, develop, and maintain automation scripts for regression and integration testing using tools such as Selenium / Playwright / Cypress (UI), RestAssured / Postman + Newman / pytest (API), Jenkins / GitHub Actions (CI/CD integration).
- Implement data-driven and keyword-driven frameworks.
- Develop detailed test plans, test cases, and test scenarios.
- Execute exploratory and ad-hoc testing.
- Maintain detailed defect logs and perform root cause analysis.
- Maintain comprehensive test documentation and ensure traceability.
- Provide clear, concise, and actionable test reports to stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
- 4+ years of experience in QA (Manual & Automation).
- Strong knowledge of software testing life cycle (STLC) and defect life cycle.
- Proficiency in:
- SQL (data validation, joins, queries)
- API tools: Postman, Swagger, RestAssured
- Automation tools: Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, pytest
- Version control: Git / GitHub
- CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Qualifications
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Salary & Benefits
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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