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Senior Quality Engineer – Automation; API Functional Testing

Job in Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Listing for: Blue Pearl PTY LTD
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-23
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    DevOps, Software Testing, Cloud Engineer - Software
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Quality Engineer – Automation (API, Performance & Functional Testing)

We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer – Automation with strong expertise in Performance Testing, API Testing, Functional Testing, and Test Automation
. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated and performance testing solutions across cloud-native applications while ensuring high-quality software delivery within Agile environments.

The ideal candidate must have hands‑on experience with JavaScript, Kotlin, Selenium, JMeter, API testing frameworks
, and cloud-based applications. The role requires leadership capabilities, including managing Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) processes, mentoring test teams, and driving quality engineering best practices throughout the SDLC.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for web, API, and cloud-based applications.
  • Develop and execute automated functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end test Design and execute API testing strategies for RESTful and microservices-based applications.
  • Develop automated API test scripts using industry-standard API testing frameworks.
  • Validate API functionality, security, integration, and performance requirements.
  • Design and execute performance, load, stress, endurance, and scalability tests.
  • Utilize JMeter and other performance testing tools to identify bottlenecks and optimize application performance.
  • Analyze performance metrics and provide recommendations for system improvements.
  • Produce detailed performance test reports and recommendations.
  • Lead and manage testing teams throughout the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).

Required Skills & Experience

Qualifications / Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.

Certifications (Beneficial)

  • ISTQB certifications
  • Certified Test Automation Engineer certifications
  • AWS Certifications
  • Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)

Technical Skills

  • Strong experience in Test Automation Engineering
    .
  • Proficiency in Java Script and Kotlin
    .
  • Extensive experience with Selenium Automation Frameworks
    .
  • Strong hands‑on experience with JMeter for performance testing.
  • Experience using multiple API testing frameworks and tools
    .
  • Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices testing.
  • Experience testing cloud-based applications and environments.
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops testing practices.
  • Strong understanding of software quality engineering principles.

Methodologies

  • Strong understanding of Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).
  • Experience leading STLC teams and testing processes
    .
  • Experience working within Agile SDLC environments.
  • Familiarity with Scrum and Dev Ops methodologies.
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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