Capitec is hiring Test Automation Engineer II roles in Sandton and Stellenbosch, closing on 28 August 2026. Applicants need Grade 12, a relevant tertiary qualification, and 3–5 years of test automation experience with tools like Playwright or Selenium, plus JavaScript/Node.js and SQL skills.
Vacancy Overview
Employer: Capitec Bank
Position: Test Automation Engineer II
Locations: Sandton & Stellenbosch, South Africa
Team: Nexus Credit Team
Closing Date: 28 August 2026
Reference Numbers: Not provided in source
Requirement: Clear criminal and credit record
Minimum Requirements
Education: Grade 12 National Certificate + relevant tertiary qualification
Experience: 3–5 years in test automation
Technical Skills:
Playwright or Selenium (or similar tools)
JavaScript/Node.js (primary language for automation)
SQL fundamentals (PostgreSQL or SQL Server)
QA practices, test management, reporting, defect tracking
Understanding of SDLC, APIs, and system integration concepts
Added Advantages
Service stubbing/mocking with Node.js
Exposure to Kafka & event-driven architecture
AWS cloud services experience
Background in credit or financial services
Key Responsibilities
Design and run end-to-end automated test suites
Own test coverage across credit product flows (loans, credit cards, access facilities)
Write and maintain service stubs and mocks
Validate data using SQL queries
Track, report, and communicate test results and risks
Share knowledge and mentor junior engineers
Benefits
Work on credit systems impacting millions of South Africans
Flexibility to be based in Sandton or Stellenbosch
Exposure to complex credit and data science workflows
Support for upskilling on tools and continuous learning
Opportunities for growth and internal promotion
Application Process
Complete the short assessment via Capitec’s application system.
Finalise the application by clicking Apply on the vacancy.
Ensure qualifications and experience are clearly stated.
Submit before 28 August 2026.
Applications considered in line with employment equity goals.
This role is ideal for mid-level test automation engineers with strong JavaScript and SQL skills who want to grow in a banking technology environment.
