Software Test Analyst

We’re on the lookout for energetic, self‑motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below: See what life at Capitec is all about and complete a short assessment, click here Once you have completed the above, finalize your application by clicking apply below. Join Us in Becoming the Best Bank in the World We appoint energized and motivated people for their potential and continuously look for talented, driven individuals to help us innovate and evolve. That is why we focus on finding the right people for the right jobs. We love what we do because we focus on making a positive difference for our clients and employees. Our company DNA is built around talented and committed teams dedicated to building a brand that we are proud of and earns the trust of our clients. Who We Are We believe that banking is about enabling people to control their financial lives through banking that is simplified, accessible, affordable and delivered through personal experience. By helping our clients manage their financial lives better, we enable them to live better. Why Choose Us At Capitec, we offer our best by living up to our CEO values in every situation – we always put the Client first, act with Energy and take Ownership. To support people in being their best, our Employee Value Proposition offers every value to all team members through cohesive teams, growth opportunities as well as employee benefits and savings. We make it a priority to ensure that each member of the Capitec team feels welcome, valued, focused, and has the opportunity to grow. About The Role In this role you will take on a senior Test Analyst (Level 3) position within our Fraud and Security team, a high‑impact area that works on protecting our clients against fraud, cybercrime, and other critical risks. You will play a key role in leading and mentoring Level 2 Test Analysts, while also being hands‑on with complex testing across multiple projects and will be required to automate what has been tested. The role requires someone who is energetic, analytical, and thrives in a fast‑paced, pressurised environment, ensuring that quality and accuracy remain top priorities. You will work on both front‑end and back‑end testing, including running scripts, validating databases, and testing APIs, while supporting the team in delivering secure, client‑focused solutions. Our Ideal Candidate Has ISTQB Foundation certification (minimum requirement) Experience in a programming / scripting language, preferably JavaScript or TypeScript 2‑3 years experience in creating or using an end‑to‑end automation framework using Playwright, Selenium or Appium, in some instances collaborating with developers or other stakeholders if applicable 3‑5 years solid experience in functional testing, with exposure to both back‑end database, API and front‑end testing Ability to run scripts, perform database validations, and test across different layers (front‑end, API, back‑end) Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a passion for quality assurance Experience in reporting testing progress and status with relevant stakeholders The ability to identify opportunities for test automation Proven ability to mentor and guide junior team members in a collaborative way Energetic, forthright, and able to thrive in a supportive, non‑toxic team culture Industry experience in fraud, security, or financial services is beneficial but not required Education (Minimum) Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational A relevant tertiary qualification in Software Testing or Information Technology Education (Ideal or Preferred) National Diploma in Information Technology Skills Analytical Skills Communication Skills Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills Problem solving skills Numerical Reasoning skills Additional Information Clear criminal and credit record Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Capitec by 2x. #J-18808-Ljbffr