ASO7 Salesforce Quality Assurance and Test Engineer

ASO7 Salesforce Quality Assurance and Test Engineer

Department of State Development

Job reference: 706413
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Agency

The Department of State Development is the South Australian Government’s lead economic development agency.

Our mission is to drive sustainable economic growth in South Australia by increasing industrial and workforce capability, capacity, collaboration and resilience. We take pride in hiring the right people for the right jobs and offer an attractive, flexible workplace.

For more information about our agency, please visit:
Department of State Development | statedevelopment.sa.gov.au

About the role

The Salesforce Quality Assurance and Test Engineer reports directly to the Salesforce Product Manager and is responsible for validating the functionality, performance, and reliability of Salesforce applications. This includes creating and executing test plans, identifying and documenting defects, and collaborating with developers and stakeholders to resolve issues.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead User Acceptance testing sessions and collaborate with testers

- Align QA processes with Agile/Scrum methodology, sprint planning and execution

- Test for weekly Salesforce releases and major releases

- Prepare test cases for Salesforce requirements tracked for development team in Service Cloud

- Build, lead and deliver test plans, estimates, strategy and hands‑on testing in Salesforce and integrated systems/APIs

- Manage all facets of the QA life cycle – Test Strategy, Test Plans, Test Scenarios, Test Cases/Scripts and Defect life‑cycle management

Key Competencies

To apply and succeed in the role, you will have:

- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Salesforce testing.

- Proven experience in test planning, execution and strategy.

- Strong understanding of Salesforce architecture, functionalities and best practices.

- Proficient in using tools such as SQL, JAVA, C and Python software and systems.

Remuneration

Competitive salary ASO7 $108,109 to $116,864 p.a. plus superannuation

Benefits

- A variety of leave arrangements

- Work‑life balance with a flexible hybrid work arrangement

- Access to great customised training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

- Essential: Nil

Special Conditions

- The role will be offered full‑time (1.0 FTE) initially for up to 2 years.

- Satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check (NPC) and Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) required prior to employment.

Enquiries

For confidential enquiries / further information about the role, please contact Ali Kelly, Director Digital Transformation via Ali.Kelly@sa.gov.au

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted through the I Work For SA website.

Applicants are required to submit the following:

- Cover letter demonstrating the suitability for the role by addressing the key competencies (2 pages max)

- Curriculum Vitae (4 pages max)

- Prepare 3 referees (at least one should be current or recent line manager), to be provided on request.

- Pre‑employment Declaration Form – find the attachment on the job advert.

Applications close: 09/11/2025 11:00 PM

Attachments

- ASO7 Salesforce QA and Test Engineer - Position Description.pdf

- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf

Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part‑time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

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