DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers.  Read more at www.dsv.com 

Location: ZAF - Roodepoort, Edelbert Ave
Job Posting Title: IT Specialist, Test Analyst 
Time Type: Full Time

Main Purpose of the Role

The end-to-end testing of all DSV ROAD in-house applications as part of the SDLC process prior to deployment to Production Environment. 
Includes functional, regression, integration testing with client IT teams as well as facilitating UAT with the relevant stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

Create test plans and test cases for projects and change requests off requirements and technical specification documents.
Peer review test documents
Test all systems using a combination of test techniques (white box, black box, functional, data, integration, regression, load etc.)
Test for data seeding through databases for end to end testing
Assist internal and external customers with End to End integration testing
Partake in UAT with relevant stakeholders when needed
Defects logging, retesting and closure in JIRA/XRay software package
Test progress reporting in JIRA/Xray software package
Contributes to the continuous improvement of the Test process and methodologies

Basic Minimum Requirements

Matric/Grade 12 - Non Negotiable

BSc / BComm degree or 3-year Diploma 

Minimum 3 years testing experience
Customer Service, including Effective customer engagement
Experience in Software Testing Tools – JIRA/X-ray or similar
Understanding/testing of Web services (SOAP and API); Service Oriented Architecture
Testing via Applications UI and/or SOAP UI
MS SQL – Query writing, reporting

Electives (advantageous)

Experience in a logistics/distribution company
Experience in support of production systems would be advantageous
ISEB ISTQB Advanced certificate in software testing
Understanding of Psuedocode

Business Analysis Experience
Broad Software Development Life Cycle exposure

Skills / Competencies
Adhering to agreed deadlines
Assertiveness, combined with patience and tolerance, Pro-active problem solver, showing initiative
Must apply excellent communication & problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and adherence to processes is critical

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.