Software Tester

Overview

Australian citizens residing in Australia with ability to obtain NV1 Clearance.

Contract start 01 May 2023 to 3 months, 12 months extensions. Australian Citizen, Ability to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1 Clearance, Canberra, Offsite role.

Responsibilities

• The department is seeking a highly skilled and energetic Tester to work in our Identity Access Management (IAM) project team. Testers with experience in both manual and data testing should apply. This is a fast-paced environment, and we require an enthusiastic, professional tester focused on delivering quality outcomes. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work on projects using leading edge technology.
• As a Test Analysts you will be required to undertake:
• Analysis of requirements documentation
• Design, preparation and execution of test cases for system testing
• Management of defects found during testing
• Preparation and execution of regression test cases for system testing

Every application requires to address selection criteria as part of application submission.

Selection Criteria

1. 60 % Extensive experience (5 years+) undertaking system/integration testing of large-scale systems, using manual or automated testing methods. Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
2. 10 % Experience working in an Agile software development environment and experience using devops toolset.
3. 20 % Strong personal qualities including well developed communication skills, an ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team; sound prioritisation, time management and organisational skills. Must also have strong personal drive and commitment to delivering quality outcomes.
4. 10 % Automation testers must have demonstrated and well-developed scripting skills in C#, VBS, Java and Ruby, and the use of these skills in the development of effective automation testing. Experience in advanced automation testing, with a focus on the development of technical automation solutions to provide efficient testing outcomes.
5. Previous experience working on the department's Employment, Skills or Education IT systems.
6. Experience working with Active Directory and IAM data.

Required Skills

Analysts System Testing Analysis Ruby DevOps Test Cases Active Directory Automation Software Development Integration C# Time Management Education Documentation Software Preparation Java Testing Design Communication Management