Test Lead (Automation) at Allan Gray Proprietary Limited

Job Summary
We are looking for a someone to

• Lead people.
• Manage the planning, preparation, and execution of testing activities within the each test level.
• Provide sound guidance and mentorship and contribute to the implementation of effective QA processes.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to the implementation of the test strategy, test processes and procedures
• Collaborate with teams to implement QA best practices across domains
• Advocate for quality conscious behaviour and ensure adherence across domains
• Actively drive implementation of test improvement initiatives across the floor
• Actively drive optimisation of manual and automated test coverage
• Actively drive resolutions for complex testing issues and challenges
• Manage the planning, preparation, and execution of test activities / initiatives
• Monitor test progress and take corrective action where required
• Escalate risks and issues to the Test Manager and/or other relevant parties
• Mentor, manage and coach Test Analysts
• Participate in recruitment and on-boarding of Test Analysts

Requirements

• Minimum of 7+ years software testing experience
• Mentorship and leadership of Test Teams
• Implementation and improvement of QA processes
• Extensive technical (manual and or automated) test experience

Key Competencies

• Lead by example and for others
• Strong influence across teams and disciplines
• Excellent communication and co-ordination skills
• Resilient and able to perform under pressure
• Able to share knowledge and leverage knowledge of others
• Able to build positive team morale and foster team engagement
• Able to nurture and develop team members
• Respond well to suggestions from others
• Self-motivated
• Learning mindset
• Independent thinker