QA Engineer Lead at DeARX Services (Pty) Ltd

The Opportunity

Are you ready to be more than just a tester?
Do you want to design, shape and own the testing approach for a cutting-edge digital transformation?

• A forward-thinking organisation is undergoing a multi-year systems modernisation programme transforming legacy platforms into a fully distributed SaaS architecture. Theyre looking for a high-impact QA Engineer to take ownership of testing, establish best-in-class QA processes, and ensure the delivery of robust, high-quality software.
• This is not just a testing job it's a career-defining opportunity to help build the QA function from the ground up, work at the heart of strategic projects, and position yourself for a future leadership role.

What You'll Be Doing

Define & Build

• Develop the testing framework, protocols, and documentation standards for modern SaaS and distributed architectures.
• Translate product visions into comprehensive test strategies and acceptance criteria.

Collaborate & Influence

• Partner with Product Owners, Developers, BAs, and the BAU team to embed quality from concept to release.
• Influence how the organisation views and manages software quality.

️ Test & Deliver

• Execute manual and automated tests across multiple systems, ensuring full test coverage.
• Use MS DevOps for test management, defect tracking, reporting and metrics.
• Participate fully in Agile ceremonies (sprints, stand-ups, retros, reviews).

Report & Improve

• Provide detailed reporting on test progress, defect status, and quality metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement in test automation, performance, load, and integration testing.

About You

• 5+ years' experience in system integration and end-to-end software testing
• Experience testing distributed and SaaS-based systems
• Comfortable balancing manual and automated testing
• Fluent with MS DevOps, Agile/Scrum processes, and defect management
• Experience with web, mobile, and API testing
• CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks: highly desirable
• ISTQB Advanced Level certification (or equivalent)
• Strong communicator who works proactively across multiple teams

What You Bring To The Table

• You think beyond test scripts: you see the big picture and design for full lifecycle quality.
• Youre equally comfortable hands-on testing and driving process improvement.
• Youre ready to lead and influence not just execute.
• You bring energy, independence, and ownership.