Expleo South Africa

• Deliver training to local and global employees in technical topics in Software Test engineering field
• Research and development of new training material as the need arises
• Work with potential clients to customize training material to their needs and expectations
• Deliver SQS training courses to clients and SQS internal employees, courses will include but will not be limited to ISTQB Courses, SQL, SOAP-UI, SQL, JAVA, GIT, Cucumber, Selenium Webdriver, Jenkins, Docker, Other Load and Performance Testing Tools.

• IT-related Degree or Diploma

• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal & presentation
• Be comfortable speaking in front of an audience
• Proficient in JAVA or C#
• Be able to explain technical topics in a clear and interesting way
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel
• Ability learn and teach new concepts within a technical landscape

• Works on multiple phases of a project and/or multiple small projects of moderate scope and sometimes complex assignments.
• Takes responsibility for a certain area and conditions as well as results evaluation, problem resolution and planning.
• Selects appropriate standards, methods, tools and applications for project use.
• Applies data analysis and data modelling techniques to modify or maintain a data structure and its associated components (entity descriptions, relationship descriptions, attribute definitions).
• Creates and executes basic non-functional test scripts following a given set of guidelines and sets up test environments, data and monitors.
• Designs, codes, tests and documents simple programs or scripts and assist in the implementation of software which forms part of a properly engineered system.
• Co-ordinates the information gathering and reporting process, conducting research to define problems and preparing responses to anticipated questions.
• Accurately identifies project risks and reports effectively to relevant stakeholders. Manages issues, risks, actions, dependencies, and defects to the success of the project.
• Creates traceability records, from test cases back to requirements. Can report on system quality and collects metrics on test cases.
• Produces test scripts, materials and regression test packs to test new and amended software or services.
• Maintains the status of project and provides guidance to the work of junior team members, works across teams to achieve group goals.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field, or equivalent work experience
• ISTQB Foundation
• Additional course or certification in Quality Engineering
• Certification in NFT Tools such HP QTP, Selenium, HP LR etc.
• 2 years of Test Automation OR Development experience.

• Advanced understanding of at least one programming language such as using LINQ and .NET collections for C# or stream(), aggregate functions, and lambda expressions for Java
• Experience using unit testing frameworks to test REST and SOAP services at the correct automation layer
• Ability to solve complex problems and operate independent of direction
• Firm understanding of critical design patterns such as: factory, builder, adapter, singleton, observer, and strategy patterns
• Firm understanding and demonstrated implementation of SOLID Principles
• Can build and execute complex SQL queries
• Knowledge and experience using object-relational-mapping (ORM) tools
• Has a good understanding of the various aspects of test automation including security testing and performance/load/stress testing
• Should have experience with Selenium Web Driver, HP UFT, HP LoadRunner, Cucumber, SoapUI and Agile Delivery

• Works on multiple phases of a project and/or multiple small projects of moderate scope and sometimes complex assignments.
• Takes responsibility for a certain area and conditions as well as creating or modifying existing code to add new features and improve performance.
• Selects appropriate standards, methods, tools and applications for project use. Participates in peer reviews of solution designs and related code.
• Designs, codes and documents simple programs or scripts and assist in the implementation of software which forms part of a properly engineered system.
• Co-ordinates the collection and documentation of user requirements, development of user stories, and estimates, conducting research to define problems and preparing responses to anticipated questions.
• Design, develop, and unit test applications in accordance with established standards.
• Prepares reports, manuals and other documentation on the status, operation and maintenance of software.
• Develops software solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying systems flow, data usage and work processes whilst following the software development lifecycle.
• Accurately identifies project risks and reports effectively to relevant stakeholders. Manages issues, risks, actions, dependencies, and defects to the success of the project.
• Maintains the status of project and provides guidance to the work of junior team members. Works across teams to achieve group goals.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field, or equivalent work experience
• Certification in any one programming skill

• Works on multiple phases of a project and/or multiple small projects of moderate scope and sometimes complex assignments.
• Takes responsibility for a certain area and conditions as well as results evaluation, problem resolution and planning.
• Selects appropriate standards, methods, tools and applications for project use.
• Designs, codes, tests and documents simple programs or scripts and assist in the implementation of software which forms part of a properly engineered system.
• Accurately identifies project risks and reports effectively to relevant stakeholders. Manages issues, risks, actions, dependencies, and defects to the success of the project.
• Can report on system quality and collects metrics on test cases.
• Produces test scripts, and regression test packs to test new and amended software or services.
• Maintains the status of projects and provides guidance and support to the project teams.

• Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field
• ISTQB Foundation 

• Minimum solid 3yrs relevant experience in Automation testing
• Experience in Agile a must
• Scripting experience in C# language
• Experience in Tools such as Selenium, SOAP UI, UFT, etc

• Works on multiple phases of a project and/or multiple small projects of moderate scope and sometimes complex assignments.
• Takes responsibility for a certain area and conditions as well as results evaluation, problem resolution and planning.
• Selects appropriate standards, methods, tools and applications for project use.
• pplies data analysis and data modelling techniques to modify or maintain a data structure and its associated components (entity descriptions, relationship descriptions, attribute definitions).
• Creates and executes basic non-functional test scripts following a given set of guidelines and sets up test environments, data and monitors.
• Designs, codes, tests and documents simple programs or scripts and assist in the implementation of software which forms part of a properly engineered system.
• Co-ordinates the information gathering and reporting process, conducting research to define problems and preparing responses to anticipated questions.
• Accurately identifies project risks and reports effectively to relevant stakeholders. Manages issues, risks, actions, dependencies, and defects to the success of the project.
• Creates traceability records, from test cases back to requirements. Can report on system quality and collects metrics on test cases.
• Produces test scripts, materials and regression test packs to test new and amended software or services.
• Maintains the status of project and provides guidance to the work of junior team members, works across teams to achieve group goals.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field, or equivalent work experience
• ISTQB Foundation
• Additional course or certification in Quality Engineering
• Load and Performance testing experience required - 1 year or more , Loadrunner preffered or Jmeter
• OOP literate
• Certification in NFT Tools such HP QTP, Selenium, HP LR, Loadrunner ( Preffered) , Jmeter etc.

• Takes full responsibility for all phases of testing and the management of the testing activities within a development and complex project.
• To develop and communicate an Overall Testing Strategy for the Project to include but not limited;
• The scope of Testing
• Test Methodology
• Appropriate number of test phases
• Roles and Responsibilities of Project stakeholders in relation to testing and Resource plannin
• Environments
• Management of Test Data
• Use of Test Tools including potential use of Automation tools
• Plans and oversees the planning of the system and acceptance tests and coordinates the execution of these plans
• Responsible for the production and approval of all testing deliverables and achievement of testing milestones during a project.
• Articulate and Report  on all strategic key information to Executive team.
• Provide updates to engagement manager/s.

• BSC in computer science or equivalent degree / National Diploma
• ISTQB in Advanced Test Management (or equivalent) preferred
• Project management certification (i.e. PMI PMP, Prince2) advantageous

Desired Skills & Experience       

• 5-10 years in Quality Assurance, with experience in writing test strategies, test plans, test cases, and in test automation
• Subject matter expertise in RETAIL industry
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of quality assurance processes, standards, methodologies, and tools
• Previous experience  of managing and completing complex projects especially in the RETAIL sector
• Strong reporting and documentation skills
• Ability to influence Stakeholders and sell the value of testing
• Understanding of test management tools/solutions/integrations JIRA and SPIRATest or ALM/QC, MS TM would be an advantage
• Proven ability to challenge conventional thought and offer unique perspectives and ideas
• Excellent time management and the ability to work to tight deadlines