- Flexible location + hybrid work arrangements
- Full-time and fixed-term until February 2027
- HEW 7 $101,858 - $112,156 +17% Superannuation
Why work with us?
At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.
Who are we?
Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across seven campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India and our dynamic online Campus. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.
About the role:
We are seeking a skilled Test Analyst to join our team, focused on ensuring the quality of our digital systems and applications through efficient and effective testing practices. In this role, you will design and execute test cases, with a strong emphasis on utilising automation tools to improve testing efficiency and consistency. Experience in security testing is desirable but not essential. You will work closely with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to ensure systems meet business requirements and quality standards.
In this position, you will:
- Design and execute functional, regression, and integration test plans for a range of systems and applications.
- Utilise automation tools and scripting to enhance testing efficiency and ensure repeatable, high-quality results.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand system requirements and align testing strategies.
- Identify and document defects, working with teams to ensure prompt resolution.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing methodologies and processes.
- Optionally assist with security testing and vulnerability assessments as needed.
To be successful, you’ll have:
- A degree with substantial subsequent relevant experience; or
- Extensive experience and expertise in testing and quality assurance practices; or
- An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Demonstrated experience in test automation, including scripting and the use of automation tools (e.g., Selenium, TestComplete).
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Experience in functional, regression, and integration testing across complex systems.
- Desirable: Experience in security testing (e.g., vulnerability assessments, penetration testing).
Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Chris Allan via c.allan@deakin.edu.au
For a copy of the position description, please see below:
Test Analyst_HEW 7.pdf
Applications for this position close on 27th January 2025.
Are You Ready?
Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.
We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.
