Quality Engineer
Standard Bank Group · Johannesburg, Gauteng
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- We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Engineer to join our organisation in Johannesburg, South Africa. In this Contract position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our products and services meet the highest quality standards.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive quality assurance processes whilst collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance strategies, processes, and procedures aligned with organisational objectives
- Conduct thorough testing, inspection, and evaluation of products, systems, and processes to identify defects and non-conformances
- Document quality issues, defects, and deviations in a systematic manner using defect tracking systems and quality management software
- Perform root cause analysis on quality failures and recommend corrective and preventative actions
- Analyse quality metrics, trends, and performance data to identify areas for improvement and optimisation
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and internal quality requirements
- Collaborate with product development, manufacturing, and operations teams to resolve quality issues and implement solutions
- Maintain comprehensive quality documentation, records, and reports for audit and compliance purposes
- Conduct quality audits and assessments to verify adherence to established standards and procedures
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the enhancement of quality systems
Qualifications
- Proven experience of 5 to 10 years in quality assurance, quality control, or a related quality-focused role
- Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, testing techniques, and best practices
- Proficiency with test management tools, defect tracking systems, and quality management software
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data
- Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all quality-related activities
- Solid understanding of ISO standards and quality management principles
- Experience with statistical analysis and process improvement techniques desirable
- Familiarity with automation testing tools and frameworks desirable
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document findings clearly
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently
- Proficiency in risk assessment and mitigation strategies desirable
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues
Behavioural Competencies
- Adopting Practical Approaches
- Articulating Information
- Checking Things
- Developing Expertise
- Documenting Facts
- Embracing Change
- Examining Information
- Interpreting Data
- Managing Tasks
- Producing Output
- Taking Action
- Team Working
Technical Competencies
- Automation
- Intelligent Testing
- Quality Assurance
- Software Development Life Cycle SDLC methodologies & Tools
- Structured Test Methods & Processes
- Technology Orientation
- Test Driven Development
- Testing unit, regression, integration