Senior QA Engineer: Lead Quality & Release Excellence

A leading localization and translation company in Cape Town is seeking a Senior QA Engineer to establish and lead quality assurance across a large web platform. The role requires 5 years of QA experience with a focus on manual testing and the ability to define QA processes from scratch. Responsibilities include performing manual and regression testing, implementing test automation strategies, and collaborating closely with development teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills are essential for this role. Key responsibilities: • Perform manual and regression testing to ensure high-quality software releases; • Implement test automation strategies using various tools and frameworks; • Collaborate closely with development teams to identify and prioritize defects; • Define QA processes from scratch, including test planning, execution, and reporting; • Develop and maintain a comprehensive test plan for the web platform; • Analyze and report on testing results to stakeholders; • Identify and escalate critical issues that may impact software quality or release timelines. The ideal candidate will have: • 5 years of experience in QA with a focus on manual testing; • Strong understanding of software development life cycles and testing methodologies; • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills; • Ability to work independently and as part of a team; • Familiarity with test automation tools and frameworks is an advantage. What we offer: • Competitive salary and benefits package; • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the localization and translation industry; • Collaborative and dynamic work environment; • Professional development opportunities; • Flexible working hours and remote work options.