Test Analyst at TFG (The Foschini Group)

Key Responsibilities:

• Writing SQL code for testing and QA purposes  
• Analysis of requirements and technical documents to extract test cases  
• Test estimation for project planning within a Scrum delivery framework  
• Creating, executing, and monitoring test plans  
• Test system solutions as part of the defined QA process and methodology for the Testing teams working across the Customer & Insights portfolio.  
• Test in phases: Functional (system) testing, System Integration Testing and Regression Testing  
• API technical testing using payloads to execute in SoapUI or POSTMAN  
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving  
• Exposure to automated scripting and frameworks  
• System integration testing with peer systems and teams  
• Gathering and certifying data for regression testing activities, including coordination of regression testing, and interpreting the results for software releases.  
• Creation and review of testing documentation such as specifications, testing plans, validation reports, and of other software QC related documents as necessary.  
• Building the test packs for all phases of the project thus allowing reuse for further releases  
• Reviewing business and system requirements to ensure testability and to identify issues early  
• Preparing test plans and test schedules  
• Designing test cases and test scenarios to effectively test systems and applications  
• Applying test methods, techniques, and standards, including interalia functional testing; usability testing; load testing; regression testing; and performance testing  
• Executing test cases to evaluate system quality and mitigate risk  
• Performing a variety of different functional and non-functional testing types  
• Identifying and investigating issues  
• Participate and run defect management process  

Qualifications and Experience: 

• Diploma, Bachelor’s degree or Postgraduate degree with Computer Science, Information Systems or National Diploma in Information Technology  
• Minimum 4 years test experience in a Test Analyst role working in an Agile delivery team following Scrum  
• Minimum 2 years experience testing systems in a multi-tier architecture  
• ISTQB Foundation certification  
• Exposure to system integration solutions  
• An understanding of the role that testing plays in Waterfall and Agile development projects  
• Exposure to a range of technical tools to aid testing effort e.g. SOAPUI, Postman  
• Experience in using test management tools e.g. JIRA, Microsoft Test Manager (TFS) or Microsoft Azure  
• Solid experience using database management system example SQL Server or Oracle with the ability to read and write SQL queries and understand database structures and tables 

Skills:  

• IT Architecture 
• Database Administration 
• IT Support Troubleshooting 
• Quality Management and Assurance 
• System Design 
• Systems Integration 
• Service Management Processes 
• Cyber Security Compliance 
• Cyber Digital Forensics Analysis 
• Cyber Security Customer Support 
• Cyber Security Strategy Management 
• Cyber Security Monitoring and Reporting 

Behaviours:  

• Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals  
• Creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success 
• Consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions 
• Leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth 
• Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives 
• Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people 
• Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes 
• Quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment 
• Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems 
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets 
• Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable result