SavageOne Pty Ltd

Quality Engineering Manager

SavageOne Pty Ltd  •  Johannesburg, ZA (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

About the Role

Were looking for a Quality Engineering Manager to lead a team of talented QA Engineers and SDETs in driving quality across software delivery pipelines. This role is ideal for someone passionate about test automation, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality software in complex, enterprise-scale environments especially within financial services or banking.

As a strategic quality leader, you'll work closely with cross-functional teams to embed quality at every stage of the development lifecycle, implement scalable testing frameworks, and drive test governance.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

  • Lead and mentor a team of QA Engineers and SDETs across multiple products and squads.

  • Define and implement quality engineering strategies aligned with business and technical goals.

  • Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and continuous learning within the QA team.

Test Management & Governance

  • Own the QA lifecycle test planning, execution, automation, reporting, and defect triage.

  • Drive automation-first testing strategies and ensure test frameworks are scalable and maintainable.

  • Ensure QA artifacts are up to date, centralised, and aligned with audit and compliance standards.

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Work closely with Product Owners, Developers, Architects, and Scrum Masters to define quality metrics and deliverables.

  • Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, grooming, retrospectives) to align QA efforts with delivery timelines.

  • Communicate testing progress, risks, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders clearly and proactively.

Continuous Improvement

  • Champion best practices for software quality, testing standards, and automation.

  • Identify areas of improvement across QA processes and implement enhancements.

  • Stay ahead of industry trends and integrate modern QA tools and technologies into the ecosystem.

Team & Performance Management

  • Conduct performance reviews, set growth goals, and support the career development of QA team members.

  • Manage capacity planning and ensure team resources are aligned with project priorities.

  • Promote team health through coaching, open communication, and supportive leadership.

Requirements

  • 5+ years' experience in Quality Assurance, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

  • Strong background in test automation and modern QA methodologies.

  • Experience managing QA teams in Agile/Scrum environments.

  • Familiarity with tools such as Selenium, Cypress, TestNG, JIRA, Jenkins, and similar.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Prior experience in fintech, banking, or enterprise-grade environments is highly desirable.

SavageOne Pty Ltd

About SavageOne Pty Ltd

At SavageOne, we redefine the landscape of talent acquisition through a dynamic and innovative approach. Our core mission is to disrupt traditional recruitment norms and propel our clients toward unprecedented excellence. As a leading global recruitment agency, we specialize in sourcing top-tier talent across diverse industries, catering to the ever-evolving needs of today's dynamic workforce.

What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to delivering not just candidates but strategic solutions. From meticulous job analysis to seamless onboarding, SavageOne orchestrates a comprehensive recruitment journey. Our dedication to excellence extends globally, actively sourcing candidates with international perspectives to fulfill positions that demand a broad and diverse skill set.

SavageOne's flagship offering, SavageElite, epitomizes our commitment to excellence. With a 15% annual placement fee, this exclusive package guarantees access to a dedicated Recruiter Broker and a transformative recruitment experience. Our disruptive ethos, combined with a focus on client needs, positions us as pioneers in the recruitment realm.

Embrace innovation, transcend boundaries, and elevate your team with SavageOne — where premier talent meets disruptive excellence.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
1-10 employees
Headquarters
Johannesburg , ZA
Year Founded
2024
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