Systems Quality Assurance Officer job at Davis and Shirtliff Group
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Systems Quality Assurance Officer
2026-01-05T07:52:36+00:00
Davis and Shirtliff Group
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FULL_TIME
 
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Utilities
Computer & IT, Science & Engineering, Business Operations
KES
 
MONTH
2026-01-26T17:00:00+00:00
 
 
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The principal job tasks being as follows:

  • Monitor and ensure that all systems development initiatives follow the approved software development lifecycle and internal governance processes.
  • Coordinate and document various testing stages including functional testing, integration testing, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
  • Track system health and ensure performance indicators meet defined SLAs, including timely helpdesk ticket turnaround.
  • Review and verify resolution of incidents related to software development, enhancements, and deployments.
  • Maintain clear documentation for test cases, test results, defects, and release notes.
  • Conduct routine system audits to check stability, reliability, and adherence to standards.
  • Support the development team in identifying gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities in processes.
  • Participate in change management activities including communication, training support, and post-deployment monitoring.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to validate requirements, ensure clarity, and support quality delivery.
  • Escalate recurring issues and propose preventative measures to reduce system downtime and user disruptions.

The successful candidate will have the following attributes:

  • Holder of an Upper 2nd class degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related field from a recognized institution.
  • At least 1-2 years’ experience in software testing, systems quality assurance or IT support.
  • Knowledge of QA methodologies, test planning, defect tracking and documentation.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar platforms is an added advantage.
  • Basic understanding of SDLC and change management procedures.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting and communication skills.
  • High attention to detail, process-oriented mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Monitor and ensure that all systems development initiatives follow the approved software development lifecycle and internal governance processes.
  • Coordinate and document various testing stages including functional testing, integration testing, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
  • Track system health and ensure performance indicators meet defined SLAs, including timely helpdesk ticket turnaround.
  • Review and verify resolution of incidents related to software development, enhancements, and deployments.
  • Maintain clear documentation for test cases, test results, defects, and release notes.
  • Conduct routine system audits to check stability, reliability, and adherence to standards.
  • Support the development team in identifying gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities in processes.
  • Participate in change management activities including communication, training support, and post-deployment monitoring.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to validate requirements, ensure clarity, and support quality delivery.
  • Escalate recurring issues and propose preventative measures to reduce system downtime and user disruptions.
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Communication skills
  • High attention to detail
  • Process-oriented mindset
  • Commitment to continuous improvement
  • Knowledge of QA methodologies
  • Test planning
  • Defect tracking
  • Documentation
  • Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar platforms (advantageous)
  • Basic understanding of SDLC
  • Basic understanding of change management procedures
  • Holder of an Upper 2nd class degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related field from a recognized institution.
  • At least 1-2 years’ experience in software testing, systems quality assurance or IT support.
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Systems Quality Assurance Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Utilities, Category: Computer & IT, Science & Engineering, Business Operations]

Jobs at:
Davis and Shirtliff Group

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, January 26 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, January 5 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

The principal job tasks being as follows:

  • Monitor and ensure that all systems development initiatives follow the approved software development lifecycle and internal governance processes.
  • Coordinate and document various testing stages including functional testing, integration testing, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
  • Track system health and ensure performance indicators meet defined SLAs, including timely helpdesk ticket turnaround.
  • Review and verify resolution of incidents related to software development, enhancements, and deployments.
  • Maintain clear documentation for test cases, test results, defects, and release notes.
  • Conduct routine system audits to check stability, reliability, and adherence to standards.
  • Support the development team in identifying gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities in processes.
  • Participate in change management activities including communication, training support, and post-deployment monitoring.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to validate requirements, ensure clarity, and support quality delivery.
  • Escalate recurring issues and propose preventative measures to reduce system downtime and user disruptions.

The successful candidate will have the following attributes:

  • Holder of an Upper 2nd class degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related field from a recognized institution.
  • At least 1-2 years’ experience in software testing, systems quality assurance or IT support.
  • Knowledge of QA methodologies, test planning, defect tracking and documentation.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar platforms is an added advantage.
  • Basic understanding of SDLC and change management procedures.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting and communication skills.
  • High attention to detail, process-oriented mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.

 

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Administrative jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Monday, January 26 2026
Duty Station: Nairobi | Nairobi
Posted: 05-01-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 05-01-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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