Tsholofelo Agnes Mahlangu
Test Analyst
Soshanguve
Summary
Senior QA Engineer with over 10 years' experience across the public and private sectors, specializing in end-to-end software quality assurance, agile delivery, and continuous integration. Proven ability to embed quality into all phases of the SDLC, from requirements analysis to post-deployment verification. Demonstrates strong technical capabilities in manual and automated testing, performance testing, and API testing. Adept at fostering collaboration between cross-functional teams and mentoring junior testers to elevate team delivery.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certificates
Work History
Test Analyst
Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator
12.2019 - Current
- Embedded quality practices in agile teams working on JavaScript and non-JS web platforms.
- Led QA strategy and team delivery in collaboration with senior technical managers.
- Created test plans, cases, and data sets based on functional, integration, and performance needs.
- Conducted manual, automation (Cypress), API, and performance testing (JMeter).
- Utilized Jira, TestRail, BigQuery, MySQL, and LambdaTest for full QA lifecycle.
- Ensured readiness for releases via UAT, stakeholder reporting, and continuous improvement.
Test Analyst
Perago FSE
08.2017 - 11.2019
- Delivered QA for financial systems including RTGS, ACH, and CSD.
- Performed system testing using Oracle SQL Developer, SoapUI, and Putty.
- Led API, performance (JMeter), and regression testing.
- Supported CI pipelines with Jenkins automation using Java-based scripts.
QA Tester
Out of the Box Ideas
12.2016 - 07.2017
- Conducted functional and automated testing using Selenium and Postman.
- Validated backend via MySQL and participated in defect lifecycle management.
Software Tester
Business Connexion
07.2013 - 11.2016
- Delivered QA for web and SAP-based applications.
- Led manual and automation testing using Java (JUnit), Jenkins, and SOAP UI.
- Coordinated integration testing, UAT, and production defect resolution.
Education
Postgraduate - Computer Science
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2022 - 12.2024
B TECH IT: Technical Application - Computer Science
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria 01.2014 - 12.2016
National Diploma IT : Technical Application - Computer Science
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria 01.2011 - 12.2013
High School Diploma -
Hebron Techincal And Commercial High School
Brits 01.2008 - 12.2018
Skills
Agile and Lean Testing Principles
End-to-End QA Process Ownership
Automation Testing: Cypress
Automation Testing: Selenium
Automation Testing: Java
Automation Testing: Postman
Performance Testing: JMeter
API Testing & Web Services (REST/SOAP)
CI/CD Tools: Jenkins
Technical Tools And Frameworks
Java, JavaScript, SQL, HTML, Cypress, Selenium, JMeter, Postman, Jenkins, Jira, TestRail, SoapUI, MySQL, BigQuery, LambdaTest, Web, REST APIs, Cross-browser/devices
Professional Attributes
- Inquisitive and analytical mindset
- Strong communication and reporting skills
- Continuous learner and team collaborator
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, agile environments
- Willingness to adopt new tools and technologies
Availability And References
1 Month, Available upon request
Key Projects And Contributions
- Delivered and maintained automation frameworks supporting regression test suites.
- Acted as QA lead for multi-team initiatives involving real-time data pipelines.
- Mentored junior QA team members and led knowledge sharing workshops.
- Participated in architecture discussions to advocate for testability and system resilience.
Certification
ISTQB Foundation Certificate
Timeline
Postgraduate - Computer Science
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2022 - 12.2024
Test Analyst
Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator
12.2019 - Current
Test Analyst
Perago FSE
08.2017 - 11.2019
QA Tester
Out of the Box Ideas
12.2016 - 07.2017
Java for Testers Certificate
01-2016
B TECH IT: Technical Application - Computer Science
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2014 - 12.2016
ISTQB Foundation Certificate
01-2014
Software Tester
Business Connexion
07.2013 - 11.2016
National Diploma IT : Technical Application - Computer Science
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2011 - 12.2013
High School Diploma -
Hebron Techincal And Commercial High School
01.2008 - 12.2018