- Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent
- ISTQB or similar testing certification is essential
- Extensive experience as a Senior Tester or similar role, with a strong track record in manual and automated testing for digital projects, including both software development and infrastructure upgrades
- Extensive demonstrated experience in testing integrated systems, ensuring smooth functionality and data flow between various systems including familiarity with testing tools and frameworks, such as MS DevOps, and their application in diverse project contexts
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver high-quality results within specified timelines in the context of digital projects
- Highly developed understanding of software development methodologies and quality assurance principles, particularly in the context of both software and infrastructure related projects
- Highly developed problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse complex scenarios involving system integrations
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Experience in Agile or DevOps environments is desirable
- Ability to elicit and valid requirements from various stakeholders
- Business Analyst experience is desirable
Senior Testing Officer - Perth, Australia - The University of Western Australia
Description
As a Senior Tester, you will play a pivotal role within the Digital Transition Team, ensuring the quality and reliability of digital solutions during transition phases. You will be responsible for designing, executing, and managing testing activities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve issues, and maintaining high testing standards for successful project delivery.
About you
You should possess a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent demonstrated experience, along with an essential ISTQB or similar testing certification. Your extensive background as a Senior Tester or in a similar role. You must have thorough experience in testing integrated systems, coupled with familiarity in testing tools like MS DevOps. Your proven capability to juggle multiple projects while consistently delivering high-quality results within specified timelines is essential. An advanced understanding of software development methodologies and quality assurance principles is required, alongside strong problem-solving skills for analysing complex scenarios involving system integrations. Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams necessitates excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience in Agile or DevOps environments is desirable, enhancing your suitability for the role.
To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate: