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Supportive colleagues and an exciting project, but there is room for process improvement. A decent workplace with opportunities

Senior Test Analyst
Current Employee
Has worked at Google for 1 year
August 29, 2025
Johannesburg, South Africa
3.0
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Pros

Exposure to new transport technologies (AFC, AVL, POS).

Some colleagues are helpful and collaborative.

Flexibility in work approach allows for problem-solving and creativity.

Strong learning environment for understanding system integration, back-office management, and end-to-end testing.

Flexible management style that encourages problem-solving and independence.

Cons

Knowledge transfer and documentation are lacking, which makes the learning curve steep for new staff.

Some processes (especially during testing phases) are still maturing, which can cause delays.

Workload spikes around deadlines can be challenging.

Advice to Management

Provide more structured onboarding materials for new team members.

Continue investing in staff development and exposure to new transport technologies.

Address systemic delays proactively rather than pushing last-minute pressure onto the team.

Standardize processes and improve project planning to reduce last-minute stress.

Invest in structured documentation and training to shorten the learning curve.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
4.0
Culture and Values
3.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
3.0
Career Opportunities
3.0
Compensation and Benefits
3.0
Senior Management
3.0

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