Quality Engineer at Standard Bank Group

Job Description

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Engineer to join our organisation in Johannesburg, South Africa. In this Contract position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our products and services meet the highest quality standards.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive quality assurance processes whilst collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance strategies, processes, and procedures aligned with organisational objectives
• Conduct thorough testing, inspection, and evaluation of products, systems, and processes to identify defects and non-conformances
• Document quality issues, defects, and deviations in a systematic manner using defect tracking systems and quality management software
• Perform root cause analysis on quality failures and recommend corrective and preventative actions
• Analyse quality metrics, trends, and performance data to identify areas for improvement and optimisation
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and internal quality requirements
• Collaborate with product development, manufacturing, and operations teams to resolve quality issues and implement solutions
• Maintain comprehensive quality documentation, records, and reports for audit and compliance purposes
• Conduct quality audits and assessments to verify adherence to established standards and procedures
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the enhancement of quality systems

Qualifications

• Proven experience of 5 to 10 years in quality assurance, quality control, or a related quality-focused role
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, testing techniques, and best practices
• Proficiency with test management tools, defect tracking systems, and quality management software
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all quality-related activities
• Solid understanding of ISO standards and quality management principles
• Experience with statistical analysis and process improvement techniques (desirable)
• Familiarity with automation testing tools and frameworks (desirable)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document findings clearly
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently
• Proficiency in risk assessment and mitigation strategies (desirable)
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts
• Embracing Change
• Examining Information
• Interpreting Data
• Managing Tasks
• Producing Output
• Taking Action
• Team Working

Technical Competencies:

• Automation
• Intelligent Testing
• Quality Assurance
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies & Tools
• Structured Test Methods & Processes
• Technology Orientation
• Test Driven Development
• Testing (unit, regression, integration)