(1810) Tester - BSTD

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to support the planning, design and execution of test plans and test cases to confirm that software meets defined acceptance criteria, system behaviours, feature design documents and application standards, thereby contributing to the delivery of quality solutions for the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas

• Conduct functional, integration, usability, configuration, installation, system, regression and user acceptance testing.
• Assist with the analysis of business requirements and gap analysis to ensure that comprehensive testing can be performed.
• Compile and execute test cases and scenarios (including test estimation) to ensure a structured approach during testing.
• Perform defect management to ensure high-quality solutions.
• Produce and communicate the progress for all testing efforts, results, activities, data, logging and tracking.
• Produce quality reports (encapsulating test results and statistics) to support the final approval for implementation of the solution.
• Collaborate with analysts, designers, developers and system owners in the testing of new requirements.

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of

• a National Diploma (NQF 6) in Information Technology (IT) or an equivalent qualification; and
• two to five years’ testing experience in an IT environment.

Additional requirements include

• conceptual thinking;
• effective communication skills;
• drive for results;
• teamwork;
• service and stakeholder focus;
• building and maintaining relationships; and
• judgement and decision-making skills.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.