L4 - L6 Applications Tester
Applications Tester (L4-L6) at the Australian Secret Intelligence Service in Canberra, performing QA and testing of software applications: test planning, test case design, functional/integration/regression/performance test execution, defect reporting, and test automation, working within Agile/Scrum teams while meeting security and compliance standards.
- Compensation
- A$100.5K–A$138.5K / yr
- Location
- Canberra ACT
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Qa
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Familiarity with testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks
- Proficiency in Agile management tools to manage tasks and track progress
Nice to have
- Knowledge of test automation tools and scripting languages
- Degree in computer science, information technology, or related field
- Proven experience in software testing and quality assurance
- Relevant software testing certifications
Full description
Salary: $100,451 - $138,523 plus 15.4% superannuation
The role
The Applications Tester plays a crucial role in the quality assurance and testing of software applications. This role involves ensuring that software applications meet high-quality standards, are free of defects, and function effectively, which is essential for the successful delivery of essential services and programs. The Applications Tester works closely and collaborates with development teams, SCRUM teams, Product Owners and stakeholders to identify and rectify issues and improve the overall user experience. You will assist in User Acceptance Testing, contiunous improvement, contribuite to comprehensive and accurate records, and assist in ensuring that software testing activities comply with relevant standards, regulations, and security requirements.
This role requires a dynamic team player who enjoys working with stakeholders, team members and individually on projects. You will be able to meet tight deadlines and work to support ASIS priorities.
Role responsibilities
The following is an overview of key responsibilities and tasks:
- Test Planning: Ensure proper time management of testing tasks based on the priority of projects and tasking.
- Test Case Design: Create detailed test cases, scripts, and scenarios to thoroughly assess the functionality, performance, and security of applications.
- Test Execution: Perform systematic and rigorous testing of software applications, including functional, integration, regression, and performance testing.
- Defect Identification and Reporting: Identify, document, and prioritise defects and issues discovered during testing, providing clear and actionable information to developers for resolution.
- Test Automation: Develop and maintain test automation scripts to streamline testing processes and increase test coverage.
Core skills
We encourage applicants with the following skills and attributes to apply:
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- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Familiarity with various testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
- Proficiency in using Agile management tools to manage tasks and track progress.
- Knowledge of test automation tools and scripting languages (desirable).
Education and qualification requirements
The following education, qualifications and/or experience will be highly regarded:
- A degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is preferred.