IT Governance Specialist (API lifecycle Management), Johannesburg

Overview We are a technology consulting firm partnering with a leading telecommunications client to appoint a highly skilled Automation Test Manager for an initial 6-month contract.

This role will focus on defining and establishing a scalable API framework, with a strong emphasis on automation, testing strategy, and alignment to TM Forum (TMF) standards.

What you'll do

Analysis&Design

Conduct current state assessments and gap analysis of existing API and testing capabilities

Define a target-state architecture and API framework to support long-term operationalisation

Design and implement:

API standards and design guidelines

Governance models and processes

Operating models and API lifecycle frameworks

Develop a comprehensive automated testing strategy, including:

Conformance testing

Regression testing

Automation frameworks for API validation

Ensure alignment with TM Forum (TMF) standards and industry best practices

Produce high-quality end-to-end documentation to enable enterprise-wide adoption

Mandatory Requirements

Proven experience as an Automation Test Manager / Test Architect in complex environments

Strong experience in API testing, automation strategies, and frameworks

Demonstrated ability to design end-to-end testing strategies for enterprise environments

TM Forum (TMF) experience (essential)

Experience in:

API governance and lifecycle management

Conformance and regression testing methodologies

Defining scalable testing frameworks

Strong analytical, design, and documentation skills

Your Expertise

Experience working within a telecommunications environment

Familiarity with large-scale, multi-system integration landscapes

Ability to translate strategy into practical testing frameworks and execution models

Strong stakeholder engagement and alignment capability

Focus on standardisation, scalability, and automation

Ability to deliver within tight timelines and high-impact programmes

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