Automation Specialist | Sanlam Careers

Sanlam Careers – Automation Specialist Job Vacancies

As an Automation Specialist, your primary responsibility will be to design and execute automated tests, develop test automation frameworks, and collaborate with QA Analysts and Software Developers to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of testing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing and executing automated tests for Backend, Frontend, and API automation.
• Maximizing test coverage for critical features of the system.
• Prioritizing test scenarios and creating execution plans.
• Writing documentation for automated processes, including test plans, procedures, and cases.
• Building and maintaining test automation frameworks tailored to project scope.
• Logging and documenting bugs in the tracking system.
• Setting up Continuous Integration.
• Researching software issues through testing and collaborating on solutions.
• Staying updated with industry developments.
• Performing test scheduling, execution, and reporting.
• Identifying and analyzing defects, logging and tracking resolution.
• Performing risk identification and reporting.
• Estimating scope and test effort, and planning testing accordingly.

Qualifications and Experience:

• B.Sc Degree in Computer Science, Software Development, or related field.
• ISTQB/ISEB qualification (advantageous).
• Previous experience as a Test Automation Engineer.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages like C# and JAVA.
• 2+ years of Automation Testing experience.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of automated testing frameworks and implementations.
• Experience with Selenium library or equivalent frameworks.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, DevOps, and Automation Testing technologies.
• Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Proficiency in SQL and scripting.
• Experience with non-GUI test frameworks and tools like SoapUI / Postman.
• Understanding of Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC).
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices, workflows, rules engines, and databases.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Flexibility and Adaptability.
• Courage.
• Managing Complexity.
• Ensuring Accountability.
• Planning and Aligning.

Technical Competencies:

• Cultivates Innovation.
• Client Focus.
• Drives Results.
• Collaborates.
• Resilience.

Join us in revolutionizing the testing landscape and driving excellence in software quality assurance. Let’s build a future of innovation together.

Turnaround Time:

The shortlisting process will begin upon reaching the application due date. The duration will depend on your progress and managerial availability.

Our Commitment to Transformation:

We are committed to achieving diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Our Employment Equity plan and targets will be integral to the selection process, ensuring a thriving and equitable environment.