Test and Quality Manager

We power insights for better, safer workplaces together.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Test and Quality Manager to elevate our team. In this role, you’ll set and maintain top tier testing and quality standards across all Kinatico software solutions. You’ll drive efficiency by implementing proactive testing strategies and optimizing costs. This is your chance to thrive in fast-paced, growing tech environment and make a significant impact. If you’re a motivated leader with problem solving, automation, and quality advocacy, and if you excel in collaborative, high-energy settings, this is the perfect opportunity for you

**OUR TEAM’S STRENGTH COMES FROM EVERYONE’S INDIVIDUALITY**

**About you**:

- **Experience**:Proven experience (5+ years) in a software test and/or quality management role.
- **Knowledge**: Expertise in test strategies, test automation frameworks, and quality standards. Familiar with tools like TestRail, Google Analytics, New Relic.
- **Certifications**: Preferably ISTQB Foundation Level or ISEB equivalent, ISTQB Agile Extension or ISEB equivalent, ISTQB-AL Test Manager (desirable).
- **Skills**: Proven ability in creating test and quality metrics for key partners, multiple types of testing, defect and quality management, agile environment, and effective people management.

**DELIVERING THE GOOD, STRIVING FOR THE GREAT**

**Position responsibilities include but are not limited to**:

- Quality Assurance- Champion and implement fit-for-purpose QA processes and standards throughout the software lifecycle.- Spot opportunities for improvement and drive continuous enhancements in QA practices.- Develop and enforce quality design principles.
- Test Planning and Strategy- Craft and execute robust test strategies for various testing types including functional, performance, security, and usability.- Lead and refine test automation frameworks to boost efficiency.- Collaborate with stakeholders to align test priorities and manage test environments.- Recruit, train, and manage testing resources to ensure smooth operations.
- Test Execution and Management- Lead and mentor the testing team, offering guidance, and feedback to foster professional growth.- Oversee testing activities across multiple teams, ensuring timely delivery and top-quality results.- Uphold and review quality test design principles and provide hands-on testing support when needed.
- Automated Testing- Drive the development and implementation of test automation frameworks- Integrate automation throughout the testing process to enhance overall efficiency.
- Defect Management- Analyse defect trends and prioritize issues in collaboration with Product and Development teams
- Performance Testing- Lead initiatives to assess and optimize software performance, scalability, and stability.- Maintain quality metrics, reports, and dashboards to monitor and communicate test results.
- Process Improvement- Evaluate and recommend tools, frameworks, and methodologies to boost testing effectiveness and efficiency.- Ensure internal quality processes and standards are consistently upheld.
- Leadership- Be a key player in the Technology Leadership Team, championing testing and quality while driving organisational progress.- Embrace a modern, people-focused leadership approach

**ARE YOU READY TO BE A KINATICAN?**

Where our passion, talent, delivery and impact collide our purpose lies. Powering insights for better, safer workplaces, helping organisations to know their people - we are a global leader in Reg-Tech. Our technology helps organisations to know their people.
- Flexible and supportive work environment
- A culture of development and recognition, we want our people to thrive
- Attend our Friday Funaticans in person and virtual events
- Bright, spacious office in the Perth CBD
- Work for an ASX listed company and a leader in Reg-Tech
- Join the company at an incredibly exciting time and enter a world of energy, enthusiasm and innovation

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