Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Functional Tester to join our consulting team on an initial 12?month contract, working closely with a development team at a leading client in the financial services / asset management sector.
The role is focused on ensuring the quality, stability, and functional correctness of web?based systems hosted across on?premise and Microsoft Azure environments. The successful candidate will be comfortable working across the full Agile delivery lifecycle and collaborating closely with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders.
What you’ll do:
- Functional Testing & Quality Assurance
- Design, execute, and maintain functional test cases aligned to business and system requirements
- Perform comprehensive testing of applications hosted on on-premise servers and Azure-hosted websites
- Validate end-to-end business workflows, ensuring functional correctness and data integrity
- API & Integration Testing
- Conduct API testing using Postman and Swagger
- Validate request/response payloads, error handling, and data consistency across integrated systems
- Agile Delivery Support
- Work closely with developers and business analysts within an Agile / Scrum framework
- Participate in sprint ceremonies including backlog refinement, sprint planning, and retrospectives
- Provide timely feedback on defects, risks, and quality concerns throughout the sprint
- Test Management & Defect Tracking
- Log, manage, and track defects using Azure DevOps
- Collaborate with development teams to verify fixes and perform regression testing
- Contribute to improving test processes, standards, and documentation
- Data Validation
- Use basic SQL to validate test results, verify data integrity, and support backend testing activities
Your Expertise:
- 7+ years experience as a Functional Tester / QA Engineer in a software delivery environment
- Strong hands-on experience with manual functional testing
- API testing experience using Postman and Swagger
- Experience testing web applications across on-premises and Azure-hosted environments
- Working knowledge of SQL for validation and backend test support
- Experience working in an Agile environment
- Practical experience using Azure DevOps for test case management and defect tracking
- Experience in financial services, particularly asset management, is highly advantageous
- Familiarity with complex, regulated systems and data-driven business processes
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Detail-oriented with a strong quality mindset
- Confident working closely with developers in a fast-paced Agile team
- Able to clearly communicate defects, risks, and test outcomes
- Comfortable in a consulting and client-facing environment
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Western Cape
The Western Cape, situated on the south coast of South Africa, is home to a thriving IT industry that offers a diverse range of career opportunities for professionals with expertise in various fields.
The job market in the Western Cape is highly competitive, with many major companies and startups operating in the region. The province’s strategic location, combined with its well-developed infrastructure, makes it an attractive hub for businesses looking to establish themselves in Africa. As a result, there is a high demand for skilled IT professionals who can support the growth of these companies.
The average salary ranges for IT professionals in the Western Cape are as follows: software engineers and developers can expect to earn between R800 000 to R1 200 000 per annum; data scientists and analysts can range from R600 000 to R900 000; cybersecurity specialists can earn anywhere from R500 000 to R800 000; and IT project managers can command salaries ranging from R400 000 to R700 000. These figures are based on industry standards and may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and company size.
To succeed in an IT career in the Western Cape, professionals need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages (Java, Python, C++), data structures and algorithms, software development methodologies, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), cybersecurity principles, and excellent communication skills. Additionally, knowledge of industry-specific tools and technologies, such as SAP or Oracle, can be highly valued.
Several major companies and industries are actively hiring IT professionals in the Western Cape. For example, tech giants like IBM and Dell have a strong presence in the region, while financial institutions such as Standard Bank and First National Bank also have significant IT departments. The automotive industry is another major sector that employs IT professionals, with companies like Toyota and Volkswagen having operations in the province.
Career growth opportunities are plentiful for IT professionals in the Western Cape, with many companies offering training and development programs to help employees upskill and reskill. With experience, professionals can move into senior roles such as technical lead or manager, or transition into related fields like business analysis or consulting. The region’s entrepreneurial spirit also makes it an ideal location for startups, providing opportunities for IT professionals to launch their own businesses or join innovative companies that are shaping the future of technology.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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