811 Testing jobs in South Africa

Join our dynamic team as we digitize South Africa's largest public transport network. You'll primarily be testing and quality assuring our fintech solutions that directly impact millions of lives daily, with potential to evolve into a development role as we grow.

Duties

Primary Focus - Testing & QA:

Test web and mobile applications developed by our offshore team Conduct comprehensive quality assurance across our payment ecosystem Perform on-site testing at taxi ranks across Gauteng

Validate security and privacy implementations

Document bugs, issues, and improvement recommendations

Coordinate with offshore development team on testing feedback

Support Activities:

Assist local customer support team with technical tier 1 issues

Help with system implementation and troubleshooting at taxi locations Provide user acceptance testing from a local market perspective

Future Development Opportunities:

Potential to transition into full stack development role Mobile app development (native iOS/Android)

Web application development as team grows

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills:

Strong testing methodologies and QA practices

Web and mobile application testing experience Understanding of security and privacy standards

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Strong communication skills for offshore team collaboration

Preferred Experience:

Fintech or payment systems testing Mobile app testing (iOS/Android) API testing and validation

User experience testing

Full stack development background (for future growth)

Working Style:

Ability to collaborate effectively with remote/offshore teams Self-motivated and detail-oriented

Customer-focused mindset

Willingness to work in dynamic, fast-paced startup environment

Requirements

Based in Gauteng area (essential requirement)

Regular visits to taxi ranks for field testing and implementation

Flexible working arrangements with significant field work component

Contract Type: Initially freelance, with potential to evolve to full-time

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

***Security Testing & GRC Specialist***

(see below for the Strategic Implementation Specialist)

Role Overview:

We are seeking a versatile Security Specialist who can combine deep hands-on expertise in ethical hacking and security testing with a strong understanding of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC). This individual will ensure our systems are continuously tested for vulnerabilities while also aligning our practices with regulatory and organisational security requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct penetration testing, ethical hacking, and vulnerability assessments using industry-standard tools (e.g., BurpSuite, OWASP ZAP, Metasploit, etc.).
• Identify, document, and report security vulnerabilities, providing remediation guidance to development and operations teams.
• Develop and maintain GRC frameworks, policies, and procedures in line with industry standards (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, POPIA, etc.).
• Support risk assessments, audits, and compliance initiatives.
• Act as a bridge between technical security testing and compliance-driven governance activities.
• Provide security awareness and compliance training as needed.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a penetration tester, ethical hacker, or security engineer.
• Familiarity with GRC frameworks, regulatory compliance, and audit processes.
• Strong knowledge of application, cloud, and infrastructure security.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications desirable (e.g., OSCP, CEH, CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor).

***Security Strategy Implementation Specialist***

Role Overview:

We are looking for a motivated Security Strategy Implementation Specialist to support the rollout and execution of the organisation's security strategy. This role will work closely with the Head of Security to translate strategic initiatives into actionable programs, ensure alignment across teams, and drive adoption of security practices across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the execution of the organisation's security strategy and roadmap.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives across development, operations, and business teams.
• Track progress of security programs, metrics, and KPIs.
• Assist in building maturity across key areas such as DevSecOps, threat modelling, security testing, cloud security, and compliance.
• Develop executive-ready reports, dashboards, and communications to highlight progress, risks, and achievements.
• Provide operational support for security projects and tools adoption.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Experience in cybersecurity program management, security operations, or related domains.
• Understanding of modern security domains (DevSecOps, cloud security, security testing, GRC).
• Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate strategy into operational tasks and follow through on execution.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or project/program management certifications (e.g., PMP, Prince2, Agile/Scrum) are an advantage.

Overview

About Us

Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd together with its subsidiaries Daimler Truck Financial Services South Africa (Pty) Ltd and Sandown Motor Holdings (Pty) Ltd provides an optimal experience for our esteemed customers based on a comprehensive products and services portfolio. The Group’s success is based on its leading brands inclusive of Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Mercedes-Benz Buses, and FUSO Trucks in addition to offering parts and services for Freightliner and Western Star Trucks. Its product range is backed by its market-leading value-added services in Fleetboard, TruckStore, TruckTraining, and Financial Services. With a Southern African footprint that includes South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Botswana, Eswatini, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Zambia, the company is headquartered in Pretoria, the capital city of South Africa, and all its products are assembled locally in its East London production plant.

Job Overview

To provide a professional and cost-effective reliability growth testing solution to (Daimler AG and DTSA) in compliance to the Company's Integrity, Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest Policy, Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality requirements and to perform delegated SHERQ tasks and duties and to inform superior about deviations.

• Electronic data capture, analysis and reporting.
• Engine evaluation in conjunction with the customer.
• Preparation of test trucks according to customer/test requirements.
• Monitor test progress, reporting on failures and observations.
• Engine inspection preparation, reporting and presenting.
• Test truck inspections and root cause investigation.
• Engine teardown (Intermediate & final inspections).

• Matric plus a National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Electronic Engineering or relevant equivalent.
• Code EC license (Code 14) an advantage.

Experience

• 3-5 years’ experience within manufacturing/engineering/relevant specialized field.

• Computer Literacy (MS Office suite).
• Engineering software (FiNAS, MARC, Monaco, CaNAPE).
• Analysis of measurement data and storage thereof.
• Advanced fault finding on diesel engines.

• Daimler Truck Southern Africa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered; however, the following will apply:
• Foreign nationals must qualify for a work visa/permit as per the provisions of the Immigration Act 13, 2002.
• Employment Equity Plan in terms of the Employment Equity Act, No 58, 1998. Code of good practice on the employment of people with disabilities.

Our company places emphasis on reducing environmental footprint and contributing positively to society.

#YOUMAKEUS #MAKEYOURMOVE apply now and become part of us!

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Our client is looking for a dynamic and experienced Programme Testing Manager to lead and oversee testing efforts across multiple projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for contributing to programme and divisional budgets, ensuring resource allocation aligns with departmental goals, and driving cost-efficiency in project delivery. This role involves building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, defining and executing testing strategies, and fostering a high-performing team aligned with organizational values and goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to programme and divisional budgets, ensuring optimal resource allocation to achieve departmental goals.
• Drive efficiencies and cost-effectiveness by managing project timelines and reducing waste or duplication of effort.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Build and maintain relationships with colleagues, team members, and stakeholders through open communication, trust, and collaboration.
• Consult with internal and external stakeholders to develop testing strategies and align expectations.
• Foster cooperative relationships to ensure mutual support and trust in delivering projects effectively.
• Define and execute resource capacity plans to support programme and divisional strategies.
• Develop comprehensive test strategies, incorporating quality gates across project phases, and ensure adherence by development and testing teams.
• Consolidate individual test project plans into a unified programme testing plan, identifying milestones and tracking deliverables.
• Coordinate programme phases and stakeholders, troubleshooting deviations from the plan.
• Provide holistic testing status updates, including trends, risks, and confidence levels, to facilitate informed decision-making by stakeholders.

Process Improvement & Reporting

• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities based on outcomes of previous testing phases.
• Present detailed close-out reports summarizing project phases, challenges, and lessons learned to enhance future programme delivery.
• Foster alignment with the organizational vision and divisional strategy among team members.
• Remove obstacles to team performance and create an environment where individuals feel motivated and valued.
• Participate in recruitment processes to onboard skilled candidates and facilitate their integration into the team.
• Assess team members' skills and development areas, creating actionable plans to address gaps and enhance expertise.
• Set measurable goals and conduct performance reviews to monitor progress, recognize achievements, and address performance issues.

Qualifications

• +8 years’ experience in System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) including experience in managing people in either development or testing environment.
• Proficiency in Test Management Tools: DevOps, Jira, and experience working in an Agile environment.
• Familiarity with Test Automation processes, including Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD).
• ISTQB Certification
• Project Management Diploma/Certification
• Degree in IT

• Mid-Senior level

• Contract

• Finance
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting, IT Services, and IT Consulting

Job category: Health, Fitness, Medical and Optometry

Location: Durban

Contract: Permanent

Business Unit: Donation Testing

Remuneration: R 416,307.00

EE position: No

An opportunity has become available for a Donation Testing Technologist. The incumbent will perform rotational routine Virology, Blood Grouping and NAT testing in the Donation Testing Department.Perform additional support duties when the technical specialists are not available.

Key Performance Areas

• Ensure operational objectives in the Blood Grouping Section are realised.
• Ensure operational objectives in the Virology Section are realised
• Ensure operational objectives in the NAT Section are realised
• Ensure Instrument and Laboratory Maintenance has been accomplished.
• Ensure Quality compliance has been achieved in accordance with SOP specifications.
• Ensure Specialist Technical / Operational Objectives are achieve

Cognitive:

• Analytical Thinking and Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Judgement and Decision Making

Personal:

• Ethical Behaviour
• Personal Development
• Excellence Orientation
• Drive and Belief in the cause

Interpersonal:

• Customer Service Orientation
• Relationship Building
• Communication
• Engaging Diversity
• Teamwork
• Knowledge Sharing

Professional/Technical:

• System Competence
• Laboratory Skills
• Blood Grouping Skills
• Administrative Skills

Principles of Excellence:

• Customer Service Orientation
• Ethical Behaviour
• Excellence Orientation
• Engaging Diversity
• Teamwork

Minimum Education and Experience

• HPCSA Registered Medical Technologist (Blood Transfusion)
• 1 year Blood Transfusion Experience

Job Specific Requirements :

• Overtime as and when required
• May be required to work shifts and night shift as rostered

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 30 Baker Street

To facilitate the consolidation of Standard Bank entity stresses into Standard Bank Group (SBG) financial position, as well as the evaluation of each individual entity's financial position under severe but plausible scenarios by developing, embedding, reviewing and maintaining the quantitative stress testing models across all entities in order to enhance risk and capital management.

• Developing, embedding, reviewing and maintaining the quantitative stress testing models across all entities to enhance risk and capital management.

• Type of Qualification: First Degree


• Field of Study: Finance and Accounting


• Type of Qualification: First Degree


• Field of Study: Mathematical Sciences

• Treasury Capital Management


• Finance & Value Management


• 8-10 years


• The role requires an individual with Treasury Capital Management and Risk experience. Experience in a finance and profitability environment. In-depth understanding of how risk works and ability to assess losses across geographies, providing recommendations to senior management.

Role Overview:

As CubeSpace's Environmental Test Team Lead, you will own the end-to-end management of our environmental test facility, from technical leadership to testing facility operations to compliance oversight. Your role ensures that CubeSpace meets the highest standards for qualification and acceptance testing of microsatellite equipment, keeping us at the forefront of the global space industry.

You'll lead a team of engineers and technicians, drive continuous improvement, and ensure testing meets all ECSS, MIL-STD, ISO 17025, and ISO 9001 requirements — delivering accurate, timely, and traceable results that support CubeSpace's mission.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the environmental test team.
• Allocate personnel and facility resources to projects effectively.
• Build a culture focused on safety, quality, and compliance.

Facility Management & Development

• Oversee commissioning and qualification of environmental test equipment (thermal vacuum chambers, shakers, EMC chambers).
• Maintain and expand the facility capability matrix in line with product roadmaps.
• Ensure preventive maintenance, calibration, and infrastructure compliance.

Test Planning & Execution

• Translate mission requirements into test plans and schedules.
• Supervise test setup, execution, troubleshooting, and reporting.
• Approve go/no-go decisions for critical testing phases.

Data Integrity & Quality

• Ensure all data is accurate, traceable, and fully documented.
• Maintain audit readiness and adherence to ISO 17025 and ISO 9001 standards.
• Host inspections and drive corrective actions where needed.

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the main point of contact for test activities across departments.
• Participate in design reviews and provide test-related input early in the development cycle.
• Support root cause analyses and investigations.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to upgrade test methods and equipment.
• Implement process improvements for efficiency and reliability.

Key Deliverables

• Updated facility capability matrix and development plans.
• Environmental Test Plans (ETPs) and Test Readiness Review documentation.
• Accurate and timely Environmental Test Reports (ETRs).
• Maintenance, calibration, and audit compliance records.
• Departmental training and development milestones for test team members.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or equivalent.
• Postgraduate qualification (preferred) in Aerospace Testing, Systems Engineering, or related field.
• ≥ 5 years in aerospace or space systems environmental testing.
• ≥ 3 years in a leadership role, managing test facilities and capital equipment.
• Proven experience with ECSS or similar standards in qualification and acceptance testing.
• Strong technical knowledge of thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, EMC, and thermal cycling test methods.
• Familiarity with ISO 17025, ISO 9001, and MIL-STD standards.
• Excellent leadership, planning, and stakeholder communication skills.

About Us

Since the invention of the truck over 125 years ago, Daimler Truck AG has been a pioneer in the commercial vehicle sector and is today one of the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturers. Established in South Africa over 60 years ago, Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd together with its subsidiaries Daimler Truck Financial Services South Africa (Pty) Ltd and Sandown Motor Holdings (Pty) Ltd provides an optimal experience for our esteemed customers based on a comprehensive products and services portfolio. The Group's success is based on its leading brands inclusive of Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Mercedes-Benz Buses, and FUSO Trucks in addition to offering parts and services for Freightliner and Western Star Trucks. Its product range is backed by its market-leading value-added services in Fleetboard, TruckStore, TruckTraining, and Financial Services. With a Southern African footprint that includes South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Botswana, Eswatini, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Zambia, the company is headquartered in Pretoria, the capital city of South Africa, and all its products are assembled locally in its East London production plant.

Job Overview

To provide a professional and cost-effective reliability growth testing solution to Daimler AG and DTSA in compliance to the Company's Integrity, Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest Policy, Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality requirements and to perform delegated SHERQ tasks and duties & to inform superior about deviations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Electronic data capture, analysis and reporting.
• Engine evaluation in conjunction with the customer.
• Preparation of test trucks according to customer/test requirements.
• Monitor test progress, reporting on failures and observations.
• Engine inspection preparation, reporting and presenting.
• Test truck inspections and root cause investigation.
• Engine teardown (Intermediate & final inspections).

Qualifications:

• Matric plus National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Electronic Engineering or relevant equivalent.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in the specialized field.

Special Knowledge:

• Computer Literacy (MS Office suite).
• Engineering software (FiNAS, MARC, Monaco, CaNAPE)
• Code EC license (Code 14) an advantage.
• Analysis of measurement data and storage thereof.
• Advanced fault finding on diesel engines.

Other important Information:

Daimler Truck Southern Africa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered; however, the following will apply:

• Foreign nationals must qualify for a work visa/permit as per the provisions of the Immigration Act 13, 2002.
• Employment Equity Plan in terms of the Employment Equity Act, No 58, 1998. Code of good practice on the employment of people with disabilities.

Our company places emphasis on reducing environmental footprint and contributing positively to society.

#YOUMAKEUS
#MAKEYOURMOVE
apply now and become part of us

Application closing date : 26 September 2025.