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Senior Software Development Engineer In TestMotorola Solutions • Gauteng, South Africa
Senior Software Development Engineer In Test

Senior Software Development Engineer In Test

Motorola Solutions • Gauteng, South Africa
4 days ago
Job description

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

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Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people.

We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere.

Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that's critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses.

Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Motorola Solutions recently acquired RapidDeploy Inc., and we're excited to welcome new talent to our growing team.

By applying for this role, you'll become part of the RapidDeploy team within the broader Motorola Solutions organization—where innovation meets impact in the world of Public Safety.

At RapidDeploy, our mission is to reduce emergency response times by equipping dispatchers and call-takers with real-time situational awareness, and by delivering powerful analytics to help public safety agencies optimize their operations.

Job Description

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test will design, implement, and maintain automation frameworks that ensure the quality, scalability, and reliability of software products.

They play a critical role in building and optimizing automated testing pipelines and enabling continuous integration and delivery across teams.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks for web, mobile, API, and services testing.
  • Build and execute complex automated test suites to validate new and existing functionality.
  • Collaborate closely with development and QA teams to identify automation opportunities and improve testing coverage.
  • Integrate automated testing into CI / CD pipelines to ensure continuous quality validation during the development lifecycle.
  • Establish and maintain reliable test environments, including containerized and cloud-based setups.
  • Analyze automation results, identify patterns, and proactively address recurring quality or performance issues.
  • Mentor QA and development team members in automation best practices and coding standards.
  • Perform code reviews for automation scripts and frameworks to ensure maintainability and scalability.
  • Support product delivery by identifying potential risks early and ensuring automated regression testing minimizes release delays.
  • Demonstrate ownership and accountability for automation deliverables and overall system quality.

Basic Requirements

  • Diploma or degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in test automation and quality engineering.
  • Proven experience with automation tools such as Playwright, Selenium and similar frameworks.
  • Strong programming skills in TypeScript, Java, or C# for test automation scripting.
  • Hands-on experience with CI / CD systems such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
  • Working knowledge of test management and defect tracking tools such as JIRA or Azure DevOps.
  • Understanding of Agile methodologies, especially Scrum.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Experience with SQL for data validation and backend testing.
  • Exposure to API automation using Postman, RestAssured, or similar tools.
  • Advantageous

  • ISTQB / ISEB Certification.
  • Experience with containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of performance and load testing tools (JMeter, K6, Gatling).
  • Behavioral Competencies

  • Self-sufficient and proactive, with strong ownership of tasks and outcomes.
  • Methodical and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving.
  • Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
  • Positive attitude, adaptable to changing priorities, and resilient under pressure.
  • Passionate about continuous improvement and quality excellence.
  • Benefits

  • Guaranteed 13th cheque.
  • Annual incentive performance bonus.
  • Discovery medical aid, 50% of the package for you and your dependents covered by MSI.
  • Old Mutual pension fund (7.5% deducted from the base salary; MSI contributing with an equivalent of 10.5% of base salary on a monthly basis).
  • 20 PTO days, 36 sick leave days in a 3-year cycle (PTO entitlement increasing with years of service).
  • Family responsibility, compassionate and study leaves.
  • Employee Assistance Program—wholesale confidential hotline with professional counselling.
  • Educational assistance program.
  • Free and unlimited access to all courses on LinkedIn Learning.
  • Fully remote from any place in South Africa—laptop and accessories provided.
  • Travel Requirements

    None

    Relocation Provided

    None

    Position Type

    Experienced

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