Software Testing Engineer

Recruiter:

RareCruit

Job Ref:

CPT000757/BR

Date posted:

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

R35 000

SUMMARY:
A Global International Defence company is seeking a Software Testing Engineer to join their ranks. This exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing company is located in Cape Town and offers an exciting role in a niche industry.

Cape Town | Permanent | On-site

POSITION INFO:
Summary of job:

Create / Maintain automated software test systems and execute test procedures
Generate test documentation and reports
Perform periodic software testing of embedded and PC based code

Key responsibilities:

Create / Maintain automated software test systems
Execute software tests and produce reports of results
Oversee and evaluate third-party test procedures
Verify and certify Test Reports
Identify software faults (bugs)
Identify non-compliance to requirements

Requirements:

Relevant diploma / degree (software, electronics,
mechatronics)
3 to 5 years experience

Proficiency/ software:

Microsoft Word
Enterprise Architect
Python
Software Testing practices
Quality Control practices
Test Automation systems
Technical Documentation

Non-negotiable skills:

Software testing and quality assurance
Produce applicable documentation and reports (English)
Understanding of embedded systems
Understand and interpret technical hardware and software documentation
Computer Literate, proficient with Microsoft Word, Enterprise Architect
Automated software testing and quality assurance
Understanding of static code analysis and code coverage improvement
Attention to detail

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