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Test Engineer (Automation )

Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaFull-timePosted Oct 9, 2026

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Test Automation Engineer / Automation Tester to play a critical role in enabling quality at speed. You will design and implement both manual and automated test scenarios across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), with a focus on delivering clean, secure and reliable software. This is a dynamic, high-energy environment where change is constant, quality is paramount and collaboration is key.

You will work within a team that values adaptability, problem-solving and ownership while contributing to the successful delivery of technology solutions.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts. Execute automated and manual testing across the SDLC. Develop comprehensive test scenarios and test cases. Perform integration, regression and functional testing. Identify, document and troubleshoot defects. Support API, performance and security testing activities.

Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with developers, analysts and other technology stakeholders. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes, tools and methodologies. Ensure software releases meet defined quality and reliability standards. Key Requirements: A completed qualification in Software Testing (ISTQB Foundation preferred).

3–5 years’ experience in automation testing, including framework design, scripting and execution. Proficiency with tools such as Playwright, Selenium, BrowserStack and Postman. Experience with CI/CD tools, such as Jenkins or GitLab. Solid understanding of the full SDLC, integration testing, regression testing and test case design.

Exposure to API, performance and/or security testing. Experience working with Agile methodologies, including Scrum or Kanban. Exposure to cloud platforms, such as AWS or Azure Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability and a .quality-first mindset. A collaborative approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, continuously changing environment.

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