Test Lead

5 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Saltus Group Full time
Overview

Saltus Group Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Test Lead to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of testing activities across multiple projects. This role requires strong leadership, a deep understanding of automated and manual testing methodologies, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams working in Scrum methodology to ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions and quick resolution of defects.

Must be Australia Citizen and able to obtain a Baseline Security Clearance

Key Duties and Responsibilities
  • Define and implement test strategies, plans, and processes aligned with project goals and timelines.
  • Establish master test plans, test entry/exit quality gates, defect triage and reporting, and risk templates.
  • Collaborate with project managers, developers, and business analysts to define test coverage.
  • Estimate testing efforts and allocate resources effectively.
  • Lead and mentor a team of testers (manual and automation) across multiple projects.
  • Foster a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Promote knowledge sharing and adoption of best practices across teams.
  • Encourage continuous learning, skill development, and process improvement within the testing discipline.
Automation & Tools
  • Support automated testers to design, develop, and maintain test frameworks and scripts (e.g., EasyRepro, MSTest in C#).
  • Ensure automated tests are integrated into CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps).
  • Conduct gap analyses to expand automation coverage and improve efficiency.
  • Encourage manual testers to upskill in automation through structured learning.
  • Evaluate and recommend testing tools and technologies.
Test Execution & Reporting
  • Oversee execution of functional, regression, integration, performance, and UAT testing.
  • Track and report on test progress, defect metrics, and quality KPIs.
  • Ensure timely defect identification, documentation, and resolution.
  • Lead structured forums such as defect triage and test strategy reviews.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to QA standards, best practices, and compliance requirements.
  • Conduct risk assessments and contribute to go/no-go release decisions.
  • Support audits and maintain QA documentation.
  • 7+ years of Dynamics 365 CRM/.NET testing experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
  • Proven ability to define test strategies and align them with project goals and timelines.
  • Demonstrated experience driving testing capability uplift, from maturity assessment to sustainable improvements across people, process, and tools.
  • Hands-on experience with automation testing and integration of test suites into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Proficiency in DevOps tools, Agile/Scrum methodologies, and QA best practices.
  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and ability to champion a growth mindset.
Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Contract
Job function
  • Information Technology
Industries
  • Government Administration

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