Job Description

QA Lead (JB3976)
R480 - 600 000 per annum, negotiable based on experience
Durban, Kwazulu Natal
Duration: Permanent

Nestled in the UK health sector, our client provides innovative software solutions to improve and manage services. As the QA Lead, you will be responsible for implementing best practices in quality assurance, establishing robust QA processes and systems, and playing a key role in growing the QA team.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and reliability of the company's software solutions.

Note: The position is currently remote, however our client is establishing offices in Durban. Applicants wanting to relocate are welcome to apply.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Proven experience as a QA Lead or Senior QA Engineer.
Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
Experience in leading and managing a QA team.
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and software development lifecycles.
A commitment to quality and a thorough approach to work.

Duties:
Develop and implement best practices in quality assurance to enhance software quality and reliability.
Establish and maintain QA processes and systems, ensuring they are efficient and effective.
Lead, mentor, and grow the QA team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
Collaborate with development teams to integrate QA processes into the software development life cycle.
Design and oversee the implementation of test plans, scripts, and strategies.
Identify, analyse, and document defects, questionable functions, errors, and inconsistencies in software program functions, outputs, online screens, and content.
Continuously improve QA testing tools and processes to meet business needs and industry advancements.
Provide detailed reports and updates on QA activities, challenges, and achievements.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of QA strategies with business objectives.
Stay updated with new testing tools and test strategies.


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