Data Analytics Test Engineer

Compare the Market; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vibrant and social community

Flexible work arrangements

Additional leave

Purchase additional leave

Return-to-work bonus

Quarterly awards and recognition

Job summary

Compare the Market is seeking a Data Analytics Test Engineer to ensure the quality and reliability of data across our enterprise data platform. You will collaborate with Data Engineers, Analysts and Product Owners to deliver trusted insights for better decision making.

You’ll design end-to-end testing strategies, validate ETL/ELT processes across cloud platforms, and champion data quality through profiling and anomaly detection. Flexible, supportive environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in data testing, data quality, or analytics environments.
• Hands-on experience with Databricks, Spark or similar modern platforms.
• Proficiency in Python, PySpark and SQL for testing and automation.
• Strong understanding of ETL/ELT pipelines and cloud data architectures.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of data modelling concepts (star/snowflake) and data lake architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute end-to-end testing strategies across data pipelines and analytical solutions.
• Validate ETL/ELT processes, including ingestion, transformation, and data flows across cloud platforms.
• Champion data quality through profiling, reconciliation, and anomaly detection.
• Build and improve automated testing frameworks to enhance efficiency and coverage.
• Lead UAT processes, including scenario planning, execution, and defect management.
• Translate business requirements into clear, testable technical solutions.
• Maintain documentation such as test cases, mappings, and data validation rules.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Data Engineers, Product Owners, and Analysts.
• Support data governance, privacy, and compliance standards.

Skills

Databricks

Spark

Python

PySpark

SQL

Data testing

Data quality

Analytics

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

iSelect and Compare the Market are trusted, well-known brands dedicated to helping millions of Australians compare and buy personal finance and household products such as insurance, energy, and loans. Together, we provide a seamless, customer-focused experience that makes it easier for Australians to find the right products to suit their needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Data Analytics Test Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the quality, integrity, and reliability of data across our enterprise data platform. You’ll work closely with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver trusted insights that support better decision making.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and executing end-to-end testing strategies across data pipelines and analytical solutions
• Validating ETL/ELT processes, including ingestion, transformation, and data flows across cloud platforms
• Championing data quality through profiling, reconciliation, and anomaly detection
• Building and improving automated testing frameworks to enhance efficiency and coverage
• Leading UAT processes, including scenario planning, execution, and defect management
• Translating business requirements into clear, testable technical solutions
• Maintaining documentation such as test cases, mappings, and data validation rules
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Data Engineers, Product Owners, and Analysts
• Supporting data governance, privacy, and compliance standards

What’s In It For You

At Compare the Market and iSelect, we’re all about helping people make smart choices – and joining us might just be yours. We offer an environment where your ideas are heard, your contributions are valued, and your growth genuinely matters. Collaboration is part of our DNA, and you’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking team where you can do meaningful work (and be recognised for it!).

We’re guided by three shared values that shape how we work, how we treat each other, and how we show up for our customers – Drive, Noble Intent and All Together.

Plus, we offer a range of great perks to help you thrive both in and out of work:

• Vibrant and social community with regular events and celebrations
• Flexible work arrangements (WFH or 9-day fortnight)
• Additional leave including ‘ME’ leave and Volunteer Day
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Return-to-work bonus for parents
• Quarterly awards and recognition program

What Sets You Apart

We’d love to hear from professionals who:

• Have 5+ years’ experience in data testing, data quality, or analytics environments
• Bring strong hands-on experience with Databricks, Spark, or similar modern platforms
• Are proficient in Python, PySpark, and SQL for testing and automation
• Have solid understanding of ETL/ELT pipelines and cloud data architectures
• Have experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps
• Understand data modelling concepts (star/snowflake schemas) and data lake architectures
• Are confident working across business and technical teams to translate requirements into solutions
• Have strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Sound like a good fit? Let’s talk.

At Compare the Market and iSelect we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we embrace diversity.

This role is available to candidates with unlimited Australian working rights only. Sponsorship is not available.