The Role
Talent is seeking a sharp Data & Analytics Test Analyst to join their high-impact delivery team in Canberra, AU.
Job Description
The ideal candidate will thrive in data-rich, cloud-first environments, actively playing a hands-on role validating complex datasets, reconciling source-to-target pipelines, and supporting enterprise-wide reporting solutions.
* Developing detailed, traceable test cases aligned to data requirements, pipelines, and analytics needs
* Executing integration, data, and functional testing across multiple layers (source, staging, reporting)
* Reconciling large datasets and investigating mismatches using advanced SQL
* Supporting the Test Lead with status updates, defect coordination, and stakeholder comms
* Facilitating defect triage with devs, SMEs, and BAs in a fast-moving agile environment
About the Position
We are looking for a professional who has:
* Proven experience testing Cloud Data Lake or Data Warehouse implementations
* Strong SQL skills for data validation and reconciliation (joins, aggregates, CTEs, etc.)
* Hands-on use of JIRA, X-Ray, and collaborative tools like Confluence
* Ability to interpret business rules and translate them into technical data validation steps