2x Test Leads - Contract - 12 months- Onsite - Parktown JHB- Start Date February

SUMMARY:
2x, Test, Leads, Contract, 12, months, Onsite, Parktown, JHB, Start, Date, February

POSITION INFO:

We are seeking 2x Test Leads who are based in Pretoria JHB who are able to lead a team of Manual and Automation Testers, prepares detailed test scripts, test execution, collation of test evidence and the production of test plans and testing reports throughout the testing life cycle within the SDLC to ensure systematic implementation and maintenance of effective testing processes. 

This role is full time onsite and the Start Date is February 2026

KEY OBJECTIVES

To lead a team of Test Analysts throughout the testing life cycle within the SDLC to ensure quality system changes/implementations

KEY STANDARDS

• IT standards
• SDLC
• Quality assurance

COMPETENCIES:

• Applied Learning
• Building Customer Loyalty
• Contributing to Team Success
• Managing Work (Includes Time Management)
• Initiating Action
• Stress Tolerance
• Decision Making

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Proficiency in test automation and advanced testing methodologies essential.
• Successful completion of certification in application of ISQTB® Foundation Level required

EXPERIENCE (Minimum necessary before being considered for the Job)

• 6 - 8 years of experience in software quality assurance/ control testing.
• A minimum of 6 years' experience in test analysis.
• At least 3 years' experience in a testing leadership role.(Manual and Automations Teams)
• Extensive experience in building regression testing suites.
• Good understanding of insurance and financial systems and technologies
• Someone that comes from Financial Services/Banking or Insurance background would be ideal

Qualifications

• School Matric
• Professional / Tertiary Degree in Information Technology or related discipline or equivalent.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Leadership skills
• Champion for change
• Integrity
• Influential
• Problem solving and decision making
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Attributes)

• Needs an in-depth understanding of test strategies and testing approaches.
• Thorough knowledge of structured testing methods and processes.
• Proven experience of testing complex user interfaces.
• Detailed knowledge of both Manual and Automated Testing.
• Experience and proven record in leading high performance testing teams
• Experience in testing using an automated test tools.
• Experience in testing Windows Software Applications / Database applications produced using various programming languages such as VB, C#, Access, SQL Server, etc.
• Commitment to quality and a thorough approach to work.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Excellent critical analysis skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in foundation level testing techniques.
• Proficiency in test case design and traditional software quality assurance methods.
• Ability to communicate clearly in all situations and across all organisation levels.
• A high level of written and numerical skills.
• Able to work as an effective team leader and team member
• Able to work under pressure and tight time scales
• Practical knowledge of software quality assurance and testing techniques
• High level of initiative to ensure general testing technical competencies and specialisations are kept up to date in line with industry standards and departmental policy.

CRITICAL STANDARDS

Tasks Key Performance Indicators

• Lead the testing efforts and operate as the most experienced, knowledgeable, focused and productive testing professional on projects and testing consultant company wide.
• Perform high-level/critical validation and exploratory test coverage using different testing techniques on assigned projects.
• Prepare test plans and test scripts to test each software component and demonstrate the business condition under test and compare the actual to the expected results.
• Facilitate execution of test scripts and the observation & recording of test results.
• Manage the identification of system faults and logging/ reporting of system defects.
• Maintenance and retention of test results & execution logs.
• Creation of tests for retest of corrected defects or changed requirements.
• Set-up and initialise the test environment, back-up & recovery of the test refresh.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of testing tools, testing methods and techniques
• Ensure high quality standards and accuracy are maintained throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Prepare and maintain test plans for use on automated testing tools.
• Provide estimates and feedback to the Manager(s) for project scheduling purposes.
• Provide feedback to the development team(s) and ensure the work is carried out in accordance w