Test Analyst (Entry) 1275

SUMMARY:
Test Analyst – 3+ Years' Experience

Location: Menlyn, Pretoria – Hybrid - 2 days in the office
Employment Type: 3 year Contract
Contract Duration: January 2027 – December 2030
Experience Required: 3+ Years

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Test Analyst with a minimum of 3 years' relevant experience to join a dynamic IT team supporting enterprise-level applications.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring software quality through effective test planning, test case design, automation testing, integration testing and defect management.

This opportunity offers exposure to modern technologies, Agile delivery practices and AI-assisted engineering within a collaborative global IT environment.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Design, develop, execute and maintain comprehensive test cases. Create and maintain automated testing scripts. Perform functional, integration, load and performance testing. Log, track, analyse and verify software defects. Identify gaps in acceptance criteria and assist with user acceptance testing. Validate user stories against functional and technical requirements. Analyse business requirements and end-to-end application workflows. Collaborate with developers, analysts and DevOps teams to resolve defects. Support troubleshooting and application testing during system upgrades. Participate in Agile ceremonies and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure software solutions meet agreed quality standards and business requirements. Minimum Requirements Minimum 3 years' experience in Software Testing, Quality Assurance or Test Analysis. IT Degree or Diploma. Strong experience in Test Case Design and Execution. Practical experience in Automation Testing. Experience with Integration Testing. Knowledge of Load and Performance Testing. Strong SQL and database experience. Experience with Jira and Confluence. Understanding of SDLC methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, Kanban or XP. Experience working with Java and Angular applications. Knowledge of testing methodologies, frameworks and tools. Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Exposure to AI-assisted software development tools, such as GitHub Copilot. Understanding of secure coding practices and responsible AI principles. Advantageous Skills Knowledge of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) concepts. Familiarity with AI orchestration frameworks. Understanding of AI evaluation and guardrails. Data modelling and data visualisation. Data manipulation and transformation. Understanding of Java and Angular application architecture. Log analysis and application troubleshooting. Experience working in an Agile\/DevOps environment. Salary negotiable - based on current salary, qualifications and experience What We Offer Long-term contract opportunity. Hybrid working arrangements. Exposure to a global enterprise IT environment. Modern technologies and AI-assisted engineering practices. Collaborative, cross-functional Agile teams. Opportunities for professional development and technical growth. How to Apply Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their updated CV. Email: Email Subject: Test Analyst Application Join a forward-thinking technology environment where quality, innovation and collaboration drive success!