Automation Test Analyst (SQE) at Psybergate, Sandton
Psybergate · Sandton, Johannesburg · Hybrid
Overview
Psybergate is hiring an Automation Test Analyst to work on a 12 month contract with a financial services client in Sandton. You will build and run automated test solutions within Agile teams, integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines. This is a solid opportunity if you have 3 to 6 years of automation testing experience, an ISTQB Agile Foundation certification, and a completed IT or BSc degree. You will join a skilled QA team and help keep software quality high.
About the role
Psybergate, an IT company that builds bespoke software and provides skilled resources to clients, needs an Automation Test Analyst for a 12 month contract with their financial services client based in Sandton.
In this role you will design, develop, and run reusable automated test assets using established frameworks. You will work closely with QA Leads, developers, architects, and product owners to make sure testing aligns with enterprise standards and Agile delivery. Day to day you will analyse requirements, write automation code, integrate tests into DevOps pipelines, log and track defects, and report on testing progress. You will also mentor Software Test Engineers and help improve automation frameworks.
Please note: if you do not hear from Psybergate within 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful. Most positions are remote, but you should live within travelling distance of the client site in Sandton as working arrangements may change.
Requirements
- Completed BSc degree or IT qualification in a related field
- 3 to 6 years experience as an Automation Test Analyst
- ISTQB Agile Foundation certification
- Experience developing and executing automated test solutions using established automation frameworks and tools
- Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and quality assurance practices
- Experience working in Agile delivery environments
- Experience integrating automated testing into DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
- Understanding of software architecture and ability to collaborate with Architects and Developers on automation approaches
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, implement, and execute reusable automated test assets using established automation frameworks and tools
- Analyse business and technical requirements to build effective test automation solutions
- Work with QA Leads, Business Analysts, Developers, Architects, and Product Owners to understand requirements and testing approaches
- Participate in planning, estimation, sizing, backlog grooming, sprint planning, and acceptance criteria definition
- Develop automation code using the prescribed automation test kit and frameworks
- Ensure automation solutions are reusable, scalable, maintainable, and aligned with architectural and development standards
- Integrate automated tests into DevOps pipelines and support automated test execution within CI/CD processes
- Collaborate with technical teams to continuously improve automation frameworks and the testing platform
- Execute functional and automated testing activities and report progress and outcomes to the squad
- Log, manage, and track defects using the prescribed defect management process and tools
- Provide accurate defect information to support root cause analysis and resolution
- Identify potential product and quality risks and communicate these to the QA Lead
- Mentor Software Test Engineers and support their technical development
- Stay up to date with developments in automation testing, quality assurance, and related technologies
Job details
- Organisation
- Psybergate
- Location
- Sandton, Johannesburg
- Job type
- Contract
- Work arrangement
- Hybrid
- Experience level
- Mid (3+ years)
- Education
- Bachelor
- Category
- IT & Software Development
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
Hi there! This Automation Test Analyst role at Psybergate is a great fit if you have a few years of automation testing under your belt and you are looking to work on a major financial services project in Sandton. The contract runs for 12 months, and while they mention remote work, you should be based near Sandton because things can change.
When you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your automation framework experience, your ISTQB Agile Foundation certification, and any CI/CD pipeline work you have done. In the interview, expect questions about how you design reusable test assets, how you work within Agile teams, and how you handle defect tracking. They may also ask how you collaborate with developers and architects. It also helps to show you can mentor junior testers. Good luck!
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