Senior Quality & Test Engineer

asx; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ASX is seeking a seasoned Quality Engineering professional in Sydney to design and execute test strategies for data pipelines and ELT processes on cloud platforms. You will drive automated testing, collaborate with data engineers, and ensure delivery quality across data products.

The role requires 5+ years in data testing, strong SQL, and programming in Python/Java, with experience in Agile and cloud environments. A dynamic, governance-driven team awaits in a pivotal data function.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a test engineer in data / ETL / data analytics/ data warehousing projects.
• Strong SQL skill.
• Programming skills such as Python, Java.
• Experience with cloud data platforms such as AWS, GCP, Azure.
• Exposure to non-functional testing, such as performance and load testing.
• Exposure to test automation, e.g. running automated test scripts or contributing to test automation tools/frameworks.
• Experience with version-control and CI/CD tools and frameworks.
• Worked in a fast-paced Agile environment with rapid delivery expectations while adhering to structured and highly governed testing processes.
• Technical ACUMEN and willingness to engage and learn.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and develop test approaches, test cases and test scripts for ELT pipelines on cloud platforms.
• Execute test cases within documented timeframes.
• Automate test cases to speed up test execution time and ensure robust delivery.
• Prepare documentation for test plans and test results for sign-off.
• Manage defects and coordinate defect resolution with data engineers and stakeholders.
• Undertake Data Engineering responsibilities on an as-needed basis to support data processing solutions.

Skills

SQL

Python

Java

ETL

Test automation

CI/CD

Agile

Cloud platforms

Tools

Git

CI/CD tools

Job description

ASX: Powering Australia's financial markets

Why join the ASX?

When you join ASX, you're joining a company with a strong purpose - to power a stronger economic future by enabling a fair and dynamic marketplace for all.

In your new role, you'll be part of a leading global securities exchange with a strong brand. We are known for being a trusted market operator and an exciting data hub.

We are more than a securities exchange!

The ASX team brings together talented people from a diverse range of disciplines. We run critical market infrastructure, with 1 in 3 people employed within technology. Yet we have a unique complexity of roles across a range of disciplines such as operations, program delivery, financial products, investor engagement, risk and compliance.

We're proud to foster a workplace where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is part of our everyday culture. Our employee-led networks champion LGBTIQ+ inclusion, promote gender equality, accessibility and wellbeing, inspire giving and volunteering, and celebrate cultural and religious events, creating a sense of belonging for all. As an AWEI Bronze employer and member of the Champions of Change Coalition for gender equality, we're committed to a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Tech and Data, Product Delivery is a trusted partner, empowering our customers to safely access, understand and consume Tech Services and Data Products. We create sustainable services and products in an agile way. We live the ASX Values and enjoy being part of a dynamic culture founded on collaboration and respect. In the Product Delivery team, we have specialised skills and work together in unity providing exceptional services to achieve customer outcome.

Quality Engineering & Testing:

• Plan, design and develop test approaches, test cases and test scripts for ELT pipelines on cloud platforms
• Execute test cases according to documented test design and timeframes
• Automate test cases as much as possible to speed up test execution time and ensure robust, reliable delivery
• Prepare documentation for test plans and test results for sign-off
• Manage defects and coordinate defect resolution with data engineers and stakeholders
• Undertake Data Engineering responsibilities on an as-needed basis to contribute to the development and delivery of data processing solutions

Collaboration:

Integrate with the broader ASX Product development team consisting of Data Stewards, Data Scientists and Software Developers in the creation of analytics-based data products. Work closely with other teams, such as Strategy & New Product Development, Product Management, ASX Technology, Enterprise Delivery, Risk and other ASX line of business teams to ensure that the product is being developed in accordance with the product roadmap, applicable enterprise standards and it achieves agreed business outcomes and needs of the customers

Knowledge Management:

Drive a positive, sustainable Technical Product Ownership culture around our Products and Services, contributing to active product and service documentation. Including both functional and non-functional characteristics of the products and services.

Support Product Engineering Mangers with their contribution to product roadmaps and platform roadmaps.

Risk Management:

Assist in the identification, management, and closure of open risk actions. Review control design and operating effectiveness.

Your experience and qualifications Must have:

• 5+ years of experience as a test engineer in data / ETL / data analytics/ data warehousing projects
• Strong SQL skill
• Programming skills such as Python, Java
• Experience with cloud data platforms such as AWS, GCP, Azure
• Exposure to non-functional testing, such as performance and load testing.
• Exposure to test automation, e.g. running automated test scripts or contributing to test automation tools/frameworks
• Experience with version-control and CI/CD tools and frameworks
• Worked in a fast-paced Agile environment with rapid delivery expectations while adhering to structured and highly governed testing processes
• Technical Acumen - deep expertise in key data technologies with a willingness to inspire, share, challenge, be challenged and engage Intellectual Curiosity - curious about drivers behind requests and implications of what is required to deliver a superior service.
• Change and transformation - especially driving cultural change and capability uplift.
• Adaptable - enjoys change and thrives on ambiguity.
• Resilience - someone who can stay on course and look at the long game.
• Results oriented - understands what levers to pull to drive outcomes in tightly regulated but changing environment.
• Continuous improvement - committed to continuous improvement and be able to identify areas for improvement and implement changes to address them.

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