Technical Test Analyst

About us

Education Services Australia (ESA) is a ministerial not-for-profit company committed to making a positive difference in the lives and learning of Australian students. We deliver products and services for clients in education including the Australian government, State and Territory education authorities, amongst others.

The Software Developmentunit is responsible for the development of all in-house development projects and maintenance of all ESA managed applications.

Why work with us

• Work for a NFP that provides true impact for students, teachers, parents and carers
• Flexible working environment – Hybrid working
• A convenient location in the heart of the CBD

The role

We're looking for a Technical Test Analyst to join our Systems Development Team. Reporting to the Test Manager, you'll work closely with project teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality technical testing solutions that support meaningful outcomes.

The role is a 12 month fixed term contract

This role will:

• Develop test automation frameworks, automated test scripts and execution plans as per test automation strategy and standards
• Ensure that test strategies are in place for non-functional areas such as performance and load testing
• Develop project level technical testing strategies
• Develop test schedules and test estimates for technical testing efforts and promptly report any deviations to project management
• Automate API, UI and DB level verification tests
• Work with Test Manager, Architects, Project Managers, application SMEs to determine technical requirements, complexities, risks and dependencies for test automation and application performance.

About you

You're someone who enjoys solving complex problems, thrives in a collaborative team environment, and is passionate about delivering high quality, innovative solutions. You bring a thoughtful and analytical approach to your work, and you're always looking for ways to improve and evolve testing practices.

You'll feel right at home if you:

• Have strong hands-on experience in test automation and building robust frameworks.
• Can design, implement, and maintain automated test suites using tools like Selenium, TestNG, and similar.
• Are confident in automating API tests using JMeter, Postman, or SoapUI.
• Understand CI/CD pipelines and have experience integrating testing frameworks into tools like Jenkins, GitLab, or Azure DevOps.
• Know how to write and manage test cases using tools such as TestRail or equivalent.
• Are analytical, detail-oriented, and skilled at root cause analysis and problem solving.
• Can manage multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities with ease.
• Communicate clearly and effectively—both verbally and in writing.
• Hold formal IT qualifications and ISTQB Foundation accreditation (or similar).

While not essential, the following experience will help you thrive in this role and contribute even more value to the team:

• Familiarity with the Australian education sector, and an understanding of its unique systems and challenges.
• Experience in mobile application testing, ensuring seamless performance across devices.
• Exposure to penetration testing and a strong awareness of security best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in web accessibility and usability testing, using tools such as JAWS, NVDA, or similar.
• A natural ability to lead, mentor, and support junior testers, offering technical guidance and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

What ESA offer

At ESA we want everyone to succeed, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, sexuality, physical ability or age. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. In addition to a competitive remuneration package, ESA offers lifestyle benefits and a culture that allows people and ideas to flourish.

Application Process

Submit your application today and join a team where your skills, ideas, and growth are truly valued. We're reviewing applications as they come in—don't wait to apply

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