Applications Tester L4 - L6

Australian Secret Intelligence Service; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Secret Intelligence Service is seeking an Applications Tester to ensure high-quality software delivery across essential services and programs. The role collaborates with development teams, SCRUM teams, Product Owners and stakeholders to improve user experience, support UAT, and ensure compliance with standards and security requirements.

Key duties include test planning, case design, execution, defect reporting, and building test automation.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science, information technology, or related field preferred.
• Proven software testing and QA experience beneficial.
• Relevant certifications in software testing advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan test activities based on project priorities and tasks.
• Design detailed test cases, scripts, and scenarios for functionality, performance, and security.
• Execute functional, integration, regression, and performance tests on applications.
• Identify, document, and prioritize defects for developers to resolve.
• Develop and maintain test automation scripts to improve coverage.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Testing methodologies

Agile tools

Test automation

Education

Degree in computer science / information technology

Tools

Test automation tools

Scripting languages

Job description

The Applications Tester plays a crucial role in the quality assurance and testing of software applications. This role involves ensuring that software applications meet high-quality standards, are free of defects, and function effectively, which is essential for the successful delivery of essential services and programs. The Applications Tester works closely and collaborates with development teams, SCRUM teams, Product Owners and stakeholders to identify and rectify issues and improve the overall user experience. You will assist in User Acceptance Testing, contiunous improvement, contribuite to comprehensive and accurate records, and assist in ensuring that software testing activities comply with relevant standards, regulations, and security requirements.

This role requires a dynamic team player who enjoys working with stakeholders, team members and individually on projects. You will be able to meet tight deadlines and work to support ASIS priorities.

Key duties of the position include:

• Test Planning: Ensure proper time management of testing tasks based on the priority of projects and tasking.
• Test Case Design: Create detailed test cases, scripts, and scenarios to thoroughly assess the functionality, performance, and security of applications.
• Test Execution: Perform systematic and rigorous testing of software applications, including functional, integration, regression, and performance testing.
• Defect Identification and Reporting: Identify, document, and prioritise defects and issues discovered during testing, providing clear and actionable information to developers for resolution.
• Test Automation: Develop and maintain test automation scripts to streamline testing processes and increase test coverage.

Role responsibilities

The following is an overview of key responsibilities and tasks:

Core skills

We encourage applicants with the following skills and attributes to apply:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with various testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
• Proficiency in using Agile management tools to manage tasks and track progress.
• Knowledge of test automation tools and scripting languages (desirable).

Education and qualification requirements

The following education, qualifications and/or experience will be highly regarded:

• ·A degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is preferred.
• ·Proven experience in software testing and quality assurance would be beneficial.·Relevant certifications in software testing are advantageous.

Benefits of working at ASIS

ASIS employees enjoy access to generous workplace terms and conditions. Benefits include but are not limited to:

• ·Competitive salary plus 15.4% superannuation
• ·A variety of leave options including 22 days paid annual leave per year
• ·Paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• ·Domestic Relocation assistance for new staff to Canberra
• ·Health and wellbeing initiatives
• ·Salary packaging arrangements
• ·Learning and development opportunities including access to study assistance
• ·A variety of support services including but not limited to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a Staff and Family Support Office.

While ASIS officers are not able to work from home due to the classified nature of our work, staff have access to a range of flexible working arrangements. These include part time hours, condensed hours and/or flexible start/finish times to support other responsibilities.

ASIS conditions of service are similar to those applying for the Australian Public Service, for a full list of benefits and conditions see asis.gov.au

Eligibility

To be eligible for a role you must:

• ·Be an Australian citizen
• ·Be assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance
• ·For more information on eligibility please see the Protective Security Policy Framework which is publicly accessible at protectivesecurity.gov.au, Release 2026 section 18.5 provides information on Eligibility and suitability

Notes

ASIS values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respective work environment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Women, people with disabilities, people that identify as LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Please note: ASIS does not provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants

Getting to know the Australian Secret Intelligence Service

ASIS is Australia’s overseas secret intelligence collection agency. Its mission is to protect and promote Australia’s vital interests through the provision of intelligence services as directed by the Government. Its work can involve collecting intelligence relating to national security, international relations and economic issues. It also contributes to Australia’s coordinated national efforts against terrorism, proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and trans-national issues such as people smuggling.