AddressThe Australian Bureau of Statistics is looking to recruit several Test Analysts for a variety of roles within the testing and quality assurance domain of the Business Analysis, Testing and DevOps section.
The positions are at both the APS 5 and APS 6 classification level (depending on skills and experience) and we are looking to fill both permanent and temporary positions. Successful applicants would be expected to work full-time hours, although flexible working arrangements and a hybrid model of working from home and the office applies.
About the roles
A Manual Test Analyst plays a crucial role in the software development process, focusing on quality assurance through hands-on testing. Here are some of their key responsibilities:
- undertaking Manual Testing against functional and non-functional project requirements, including data migration, system integration and accessibility
- preparing, reviewing and executing test cases, and recording results in Jira
- analyse requirements and ensure appropriate test coverage
- raising defects and attending defect triages
- assisting the Test Manager and project stakeholders with the preparation of test reports on a regular basis
- adhering to and updating established quality assurance processes.
A Test Automation Engineer is part of a team responsible for the design, build, testing and deployment of effective Test Automation solutions to ensure the quality, reliability and completeness of business systems deployed on Departmental platforms. Here are some of their key responsibilities:
- undertake Test Automation projects in collaboration with key stakeholders, vendor representatives and other IT teams / experts
- contribute to the development and implementation of Test Automation strategies and plans and provide input into test scripts
- execute scheduled test cases in accordance with agreed strategy /plan and timeframes
- analyse and review Test Automation results, modify tests where necessary and provide reports on progress, anomalies, risks and issues and recommendations for improvement
- work collaboratively with key stakeholders, vendor representatives and other IT teams / experts to discuss test results and ensure that issues / problems that arise during Test Automation are resolved efficiently.
What we are looking for (selection criteria)
To be suitable as a Test Analyst (APS 5 or 6 level), you should be able to demonstrate the following skills, qualities and experience:
- minimum two years continuous hands-on experience as a Test Analyst in an ICT environment
- test design and execution covering scenarios of low to moderate complexity and functional testing via both the front-end and back-end of solutions
- experience with mainstream test management platforms and tools
- experience with test planning, exploratory testing, defect reporting and troubleshooting
- ability to create high quality testing related artefacts such as test plans, test execution reports and test summary reports
- excellent written and verbal communication skills, together with the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and engage effectively with various stakeholders
- a commitment to upholding the ABS and APS values, adhering to the APS code of conduct and employment principles.
In addition to the above, as a high performing APS 6 Test Analyst, you will also be expected to have:
- a higher degree of demonstrated technical and leadership capabilities and experience
- test design, execution covering scenarios of high complexity
- coaching/mentoring and staff management.
To be suitable as a Test Automation Engineer (APS 5 or 6 level), you should have most of the following skills, qualities and experience:
- minimum two years’ experience as a software developer in any programming language
- minimum two years active, continuous, hands-on experience with designing and writing Test Automation in an ICT environment, including creating and maintaining robust and sustainable Test Automation frameworks
- experience with mainstream Test Automation platforms and products, ranging from scripted solutions to low/no code capabilities
- an understanding of the integration of Test Automation execution and results with modern CI/CD solutions
- ability to create high quality testing related artefacts such as test plans, test execution reports and test summary reports
- excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and
- engage effectively with various stakeholders.
- a commitment to upholding the ABS and APS values, adhering to the APS code of conduct and employment principles.
In addition to the above, as a high performing APS 6 Test Automation Engineer, you will also be expected to have:
- a higher degree of demonstrated technical and leadership capabilities and experience
- coaching/mentoring skills and staff management experience.
Salary ranges
APS 5: $82,085 - $92,201 (plus 15.4% super)
APS 6: $92,210 - $104,135 (plus 15.4% super)
Eligibility
You must be an Australian citizen at the time you apply.
How to apply
To apply, you will need to upload your current resume, provide referee details, and respond to the following (up to 750 words):
Using the selection criteria as a guide, provide two or three examples of how you utilised your skills and experience to deliver an outcome. Clearly articulate what your role and contribution was and what outcome was achieved.
Applications close at 11:30 p.m. (AEST), Wednesday 9th May 2024.
