Test Analyst

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Test Analyst at Mukuru!

At Mukuru, we are transforming the landscape of financial services across Africa. As one of the continent's largest remittances-led FinTech companies, we’ve facilitated over 40 million cross-border transactions, providing safe, affordable, and reliable services to underserved communities. From sending money to loved ones to offering critical services like Funeral Cover, Mukuru Money Cards, and business payment solutions, we empower millions of customers daily. We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic Test Analyst to join our Cape Town team (hybrid). If you're passionate about software quality, testing, and contributing to cutting-edge solutions that make a real difference, then this role is for you!

Key Requirements:

  • 3+ years of experience, with a focus on software testing and test automation
  • Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and strategies
  • Experience with Agile development methodologies
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
  • Basic knowledge in MySQL, API design principles and Object-Oriented Programming
  • Knowledge of JIRA, Git and Postman
  • Familiarity of RESTful API services
  • Familiarity with software development life cycle and release management
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Grade 12 or equivalent (Essential)
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Duties and Responsibilities (Include but is not limited to):

  • Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for software products
  • Identify and report defects, track progress and verify fixes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products
  • Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks and scripts
  • Troubleshoot and debug issues and provide recommendations for resolution
  • Analyse and document testing results and provide feedback to development teams
  • Work with business analysts and developers to define acceptance criteria and ensure requirements are met
  • Continuously improve testing methodologies and strategies

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with test automation frameworks, such as Playwright, Cypress, Codeception, Selenium or similar
  • Experience with performance and security testing
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms, such as AWS or Google Cloud Platform

If you are a passionate Test Analyst, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team.

I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!!


Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.

If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.


NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS