* Federal Government-backed data innovation program
* Initial 12-month contract + 1 x 12-month extension
* Rewarding hourly rates $$$ / Hybrid work (ACT, NSW, VIC)
A high-impact Federal Government agency is seeking an experienced Data Test Analyst (Senior Data Analyst) to lead testing efforts across data warehousing and analytics projects. This is an opportunity to take ownership of quality assurance within a fast-paced data and analytics team supporting enterprise-wide reporting and performance improvement. The successful candidate will be offered a 12-month contract with a 12-month extension option and a competitive hourly rate.
The successful Data Test Analyst will be responsible for, but not limited to:
* Leading QA efforts across analytics projects, implementing and overseeing the test strategy
* Building and maintaining test cases, plans, and reports aligned with release cycles and product goals
* Managing end-to-end testing including system, SIT, UAT, regression, and defect triage
* Performing hands-on testing of data and reports, ensuring data quality and traceability
* Collaborating with Product Owners, Developers, BAs, and stakeholders to drive quality outcomes
The successful Data Test Analyst will have experience in the following:
* 6+ years of software testing experience, including 4+ years in data-intensive and analytics initiatives
* Intermediate to advanced SQL skills and solid knowledge of ETL processes and data warehousing
* Proven track record preparing Test Plans, Test Cases, Execution and Summary Reports
* Strong communication skills and familiarity with JIRA, X-ray plug-ins, and Agile/hybrid delivery models
* Exposure to test automation is highly desirable
This is a great opportunity to contribute to large-scale transformation and data capability uplift within a national scheme. Flexible hybrid arrangements are available across ACT, NSW, and VIC (3 days in-office minimum). If you have the required skills and experience, APPLY NOW. Please forward your application to jobs@hitechaust.com quoting reference number AA0280. For more exciting job opportunities, visit www.hitechaust.com.