Johannesburg: Automation Tester (1 Feb Start) posted by Plus1X Solutions (Pty) Ltd

Automation Tester (On-Site with flexible working hours) – Contract role with potential for renewal or convert to perm

Please Note: 1 FEB start

Key Responsibilities

• 3-5 Years relevant experience
• Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks for comprehensive testing of web applications, REST APIs, and load/performance metrics.
• Develop and execute test automation scripts using Java, with C# experience considered advantageous.
• Create, configure, and maintain CI/CD pipelines, including YAML file creation for automated build and deployment processes.
• Collaborate with development teams to foster Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) practices and ensure high-quality code delivery.
• Perform software testing, including functional, integration, regression, performance, and security testing (security testing skills advantageous).
• Manage source control processes using tools like GIT.
• Mentor and coach development teams on test automation strategies and best practices to ensure seamless integration into agile workflows.
• Navigate SQL databases, run work queries, and manipulate test data to validate technical aspects of development initiatives.
• Contribute to REST API and Web GUI testing, including writing and automating API tests.
• Conduct load and performance testing across applications and identify optimization opportunities.
• Collaborate with DevOps engineers to ensure the seamless integration of test automation into CI/CD pipelines.
• Stay updated on the latest tools, technologies, and practices in test automation and continuous integration.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Programming Languages: Proficiency in Java; experience in C# is advantageous.
• Automation Frameworks: Ability to create and maintain test automation frameworks.
• CI/CD Expertise: Experience in pipeline orchestration, including YAML file creation.
• BDD Expertise: Hands-on experience in Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) and testing.
• Source Control: Proficiency in GIT for source control management.
• Database Knowledge: Ability to navigate SQL databases, run queries, and manipulate test data.
• Testing Types: Proven expertise in REST API, Web GUI, load/performance testing, and writing automated tests.
• Security Testing: Knowledge of security testing practices is advantageous.
• Object-Oriented Programming: Solid understanding and application of OOP principles.
• Technical Mentorship: Ability to coach and support development teams on test automation and its benefits.
• Azure Knowledge: Experience with Azure services is advantageous.