Test Analyst – Curtin University
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About the Role
Curtin University is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Test Analyst to join our Digital & Technology Solutions team. In this role, you will support the delivery of high-quality systems across project and BAU initiatives, enhancing the university's commitment to excellence in digital services.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute test plans, test cases and testing activities throughout the software development lifecycle.
Contribute to backlog refinement and sprint planning, ensuring testing readiness.
Identify, analyse and document defects, assess impact and support effective regression testing.
Create and maintain traceability matrices to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to interpret requirements and support high-quality delivery.
Provide insights based on previous releases to improve testing outcomes for future sprints.
Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to optimise tools, methodologies and processes.
Demonstrate adaptability, a learning mindset and strong contribution to the testing practice's ways of working.
Qualifications and Experience
Relevant degree and/or equivalent experience.
Strong understanding of testing methodologies and strategies, particularly within Agile and DevOps environments, including hands-on experience testing in AWS.
Experience executing a broad range of testing types, including regression, smoke, functional, system integration, UAT and production verification.
Ability to test across UI, REST APIs (Postman/ReadyAPI) and AWS data integrity.
Demonstrated experience preparing test cases, scenarios and scripts based on business requirements.
Experience using industry-standard testing tools for test execution and defect management.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and effective collaboration.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team to coordinate and execute test phases.
ISTQB certification (required).
Desirable
Experience in the higher education sector or understanding of ICT use in universities.
AWS Cloud Practitioner certification.
Role Requirements
Permanent role – applicants must have current permanent Australian working rights.
Applicants must undertake a National Police Clearance, background, integrity and reference checks.
About Curtin University
Curtin University is a dynamic team of academics and professionals committed to delivering quality graduates and innovative research. We welcome a diverse workforce and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
What We Offer
Located on the vibrant Bentley campus, employees enjoy access to an art gallery, gym, childcare, medical centre and many facility benefits. We offer generous benefits including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and a range of retail and travel discounts.
Remuneration
$96,323 – $102,186 (G06) plus 17% superannuation, commencing late January **** at Bentley Campus.
Employment Details
Full-time, permanent, in Perth, Western Australia. Entry level.
Application Process
Send a cover letter addressing the criteria above and a resume. Attach the documents and apply via the website – email applications are not accepted. Applications close 8:30 pm (AWST) Friday 5 December ****. Note the university will be closed 19 December ******** January ****; recruitment processing may pause during that period.
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