About the position
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for an Intermediate Manual Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis.
IT / FINANCE
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- ISTQB Foundation Certification or equivalent (preferred)
- 3-5 years' experience in manual software testing within an Agile delivery environment
- Proven experience in functional, integration, and regression testing across web, mobile, and backend services
- Hands-on experience with defect tracking and test management tools such as Jira and Xray
- Experience in API testing using Postman, including request/response validation
- Experience testing mobile applications on Android and iOS platforms
- Basic to intermediate SQL skills for data validation, troubleshooting, and defect investigation
- Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies
- Experience analysing business and technical requirements and translating them into structured test scenarios
- Exposure to integration testing, end-to-end testing, and data validation processes
- Exposure to performance testing concepts and tools (e.g. JMeter, k6)
- Experience working in cloud-based environments (e.g. AWS) for log tracing or validation
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and release processes
- Basic exposure to test automation frameworks and automation readiness practice
- Experience with device farms such as LambdaTest or similar
Responsibilities
- Execute functional testing across mobile applications and backend services to ensure alignment with business and technical requirements
- Design, review, and execute comprehensive test cases and test scenarios using Xray integrated with Jira
- Perform API testing using Postman, including validation of request/response structures and data integrity
- Log, track, and manage defects in Jira with clear reproduction steps, severity classification, and supporting evidence
- Participate in requirement analysis sessions, test planning, and estimation activities within Agile sprints
- Critically assess requirements to identify gaps, risks, and edge cases, applying risk-based testing approaches
- Support regression testing cycles and contribute to automation readiness of test cases
- Validate integrations across multiple services, platforms, and end-to-end workflows
- Conduct basic data validation using SQL to support testing and defect analysis
- Collaborate closely with developers and product teams during Dev-to-QA handovers to ensure test readiness
- Assist with test data preparation, environment validation, and release readiness activities
- Provide input into QA governance, test coverage improvement, and quality assurance best practices
- Perform cross-platform validation and behaviour comparison across Android and iOS environments
- Utilise browser developer tools (e.g. Chrome DevTools) for network inspection and debugging where required
Competency
- Strong understanding of manual testing principles, methodologies, and best practices
- Knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum/Kanban) and sprint-based delivery models
- Proficiency in test case design, defect management, and test execution tools
- Ability to perform API validation, integration testing, and end-to-end testing
- Basic analytical SQL capability for data validation and troubleshooting
- Understanding of QA governance, release cycles, and risk-based testing
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
- High attention to detail with the ability to identify defects, risks, and edge cases
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and within tight delivery timelines
- Proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability for quality
- Adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving Agile environment
- Team-oriented with strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
If you are ready for the next exciting step in your career, and would like to apply, please send us your updated CV to review.
Desired Skills:
- STLC
- Testing Automation
- Manual Testing
- Software Test Management
