Testing & Quality Assurance (Information & Communication Technology) Full time Security Requirements: Must be able to obtain baseline Working Arrangements: Working from home arrangements will (on a case by case basis) be considered in the provision of these services. About the Role: SoftLabs is seeking a Senior Test Engineer - APS6 for ICT Labour hire at their technology consulting based in ACT, QLD, VIC. Requirements: Senior Test Engineers ensure that ICT solutions improve quality, performance, architectural and functional requirements and are fit for business purpose. They ensure that all test effort activities are effectively completed and carried out in accordance with agreed test guidelines. Senior Test Engineers work under the limited direction of senior staff and exercise both initiative and judgement in the interpretation of policy and in the application of practices and procedures. Decision making is dependent on judgement, skills and knowledge. They manage and organise their own work in the context of competing priorities, including contributing to business planning, changes in workplace practices and innovative improvement strategies. Senior Test Engineers may manage a team. Key duties may include, but are not limited to: Create and execute complex test cases on appropriate testing platforms using in-depth technical analysis of specifications. Create complex test data within external software vendor environment. Review test cases from team members to ensure quality. Develop and review test plans, test cases, task cards and supporting test data, working to the specifications provided. Apply in-depth technical analysis, practices and procedures when designing, executing and creating test cases. Assist with defining requirements for the test environments. Record and analyse test results, and report any unexpected or unsatisfactory outcomes. Contribute to team improvement initiatives and projects, including team tools, process changes, and test automation. Identify, analyse, manage and document all defects, programming errors and operational characteristics that are inconsistent with stated requirements and design specifications. Conduct testing to ensure the ICT Service functions as per requirements. Monitor and manage time and effort to ensure test cases are running to project schedule and escalate any issues. Manage a small team including setting local priorities, managing resources, and assisting with the development of work plans. Manage and support a team including managing performance, attendance, health and wellbeing. Develop staff capability through coaching, mentoring and training. Ensure work aligns with business processes and overall delivery outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure effective and timely implementation of projects. Provide advice and assistance to external software vendors regarding testing and development of software. Resolve or escalate issues as required and suggest alternative approaches. Perform cost analysis activities as required. Exercise appropriate delegation in accordance with legislation and guidelines. Primary Knowledge/Skills/Systems/Tools required for the role include: Experience with SAP CRM. Mandatory Criteria: Demonstrated experience of a minimum of two (2) years working as a Tester in a large scale Australian Public Sector environment or similar. The Candidate's employment history, prior experience in undertaking the same or similar role for an organisation of the same or similar size and complexity as Services Australia. The Candidate's professional qualifications, relevant to the position being applied for. The Candidate's professional accreditations, if applicable to the position being applied for. The Candidate's skills relevant to the position being applied for. The response describing how the Candidate's skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications would contribute to the position being applied for. Application Deadline: Thursday, 14 November 2024 Expected Start Date: Sunday, 01 December 2024 Job Type: Contract Rate: As per Australian Market Standards If you are interested in this position, please click Apply with your resume in WORD and send your details for review. If you wish to have a confidential discussion, call us on 02 6108 3980 or 0410756 040 for more information. Softlabs SoftLabs is an Australian enterprise software company specialised in Industry Automation Solutions, ERP Implementation, Technology consulting, project management, software development and assured services (Testing, Cyber Security, Support). 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