Senior Software QA Consultant

Jacobs; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Parental leave

Wellbeing program

Volunteer program

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Software QA Consultant to join our Perth-based team on an initial full-time 12-month contract. You will lead QA strategy across web, mobile and backend applications, developing both manual and automated testing approaches and collaborating with product managers, developers and stakeholders to define requirements and acceptance criteria.

You will drive quality outcomes across the software development lifecycle, oversee defect management and metrics reporting, and mentor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience in software quality assurance and testing within complex projects.
• Experience developing and executing test strategies across web, mobile and backend platforms.
• Strong knowledge of manual and automated testing methodologies, tools and best practices.
• Experience managing defect lifecycles and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA strategy design across web, mobile, and backend applications.
• Develop and maintain manual and automated testing approaches.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, designers and stakeholders to define requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Drive quality outcomes across the software development lifecycle including security expectations.
• Lead defect triage, root cause analysis and resolution tracking.
• Monitor QA metrics and testing effectiveness to improve delivery outcomes.
• Identify and implement best-practice testing methodologies across projects.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Test Strategies

Manual Testing

Automated Testing

Defect Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Software Testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Selenium

JUnit

Postman

JMeter

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we're solving some of the world's most complex challenges through innovative technology, digital solutions and collaborative problem-solving. As we continue to support critical projects and programs across Australia and New Zealand, we're looking for an experienced Senior Software QA Consultant to join our Perth-based team.

This opportunity is being offered on an initial full-time 12 month contract (40 Hours per week), with potential for extension and/or transition to a permanent position based on project requirements and performance. You'll play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability and performance of software solutions that support our clients and internal project teams, while helping drive continuous improvement across testing practices and delivery outcomes.

This position is ideal for an experienced quality assurance professional who enjoys combining technical expertise with stakeholder engagement, collaboration and continuous improvement. You'll work alongside software developers, product managers, UX professionals and digital specialists to deliver high-quality solutions, while influencing testing strategies, quality standards and best practices across the software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design and execution of comprehensive quality assurance strategies across web, mobile and backend applications
• Develop, implement and maintain both manual and automated testing approaches to support reliable and scalable software delivery
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, designers and project stakeholders to define requirements, acceptance criteria and release priorities
• Drive quality outcomes throughout the software development lifecycle, ensuring products meet functional, performance, reliability and security expectations
• Lead defect management activities, including triage, root cause analysis and resolution tracking
• Monitor and report on key quality metrics, including defect trends, test coverage, automation effectiveness and overall product health
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best-practice testing methodologies to enhance delivery outcomes
• Support testing governance, quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives across projects and programs
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring and support to QA practitioners and project teams
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams across Jacobs to deliver successful project outcomes for clients throughout Australia, New Zealand and the broader region

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Management or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience
• Significant experience in software quality assurance, testing and quality management within complex project environments
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing test strategies across web, mobile and backend platforms
• Strong understanding of manual and automated testing methodologies, tools and best practices
• Experience managing defect lifecycles, performing root cause analysis and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with software developers, product managers, business stakeholders and multidisciplinary delivery teams
• Experience defining, tracking and reporting on quality metrics and key performance indicators
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence outcomes across technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within project timeframes and budgets
• Strong interpersonal skills, resilience and a proactive, solution-focused mindset

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs here.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of diverse perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about ourJacobs Employee Networks here.

Our meticulously curated employee benefits support ALL employees throughout every stage of life. From paid parental leave to a lifetime financial allowance for you and your partner to access family forming Fertility & IVF treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance along with menopause and Low T treatment.

We are steadfast in our commitment to the wellbeing of you and your loved ones with a comprehensive suite of wellbeing resources supporting you physically, emotionally and financially. This is demonstrated in our company being recognised by WGEA for 12 consecutive years as an employer of choice for gender equality along with our industry leading GOLD employer status by the Australian Workplace Equality Index.

Cultural Support

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; no matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.