Software testers

2 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Compas Pty Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Software Tester

Join a high-impact federal program where you'll test complex systems to ensure quality, reliability and fitness for purpose. You'll execute structured test activities across UAT, functional, non-functional, and process testing domains—all within a collaborative Agile delivery environment. This is a 12-month contract with 2×12-month extension options. Candidates must be onsite and hold an NV1 or NV2 clearance.

Location ACT, QLD, or VIC (onsite only)

What you'll do (essential tasks)

  • Execute test plans and cases aligned with project strategies
  • Create and maintain test scripts, test materials and regression packs
  • Log actions, defects and results; collaborate closely to resolve issues
  • Contribute to other testing tasks as required within your APS level

What we're looking for (key criteria)

  • Strong UAT skills: create test cases from acceptance criteria; report on risks and outcomes
  • Functional testing expertise: script design, boundary testing, exploratory testing, automation
  • Experience with non-functional testing: environment config, data prep, test execution
  • Ability to test complete business processes and analyse real-world impacts

How to Apply

Does this role sound perfect for you? If so, to register your interest in this role, please either contact Peter Ding or the Compas Team on and send through your CV by following the link below.

About Compas: Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE

Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must have a current NV1 or above clearance.

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