System Test Analyst: Automation & QA for NFR Program

MYtech Consulting Services Pty; Darwin; Presencial; AUD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

MYtech Consulting Services Pty is seeking a System Test Analyst for a fixed-term contract to support the National Firearms Register (NFR) Program. The role focuses on planning, developing and executing automated and manual testing to assure the platform, integrations and business processes meet quality standards.

The incumbent will design and maintain automated test frameworks, document and run manual test cases, support release verification, manage test evidence, and contribute to defect triage

Formación

• Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering or related.
• ISTQB Foundation Level certification or equivalent.
• Hands-on automation and manual testing experience in large ICT programs.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop and maintain automated test scripts prioritising value and repeatability.
• Create and execute manual test cases for functional, integration, system, and release verification.
• Coordinate defect triage, retesting and reporting across SDLC and releases.

Conocimientos

Automation testing

Manual testing

API testing

SQL data validation

Agile/DevOps

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/SE

ISTQB Foundation Level

Herramientas

SmartBear TestAssur e

Postman

REST Assured

SoapUI

Azure DevOps

GitHub

Jenkins

Azure DevOps Test Plans

Descripción del empleo

MYtech Consulting Services is a growing IT service provider, providing services to public and private sector clients. We are seeking a skilled and experienced System Test Analyst until 12/02/2027 within NTG for a fixed-term contract. The System Test Analyst will support the delivery of the National Firearms Register (NFR) Program by planning, developing and executing both automated and manual testing activities to assure the quality, reliability and readiness of the platform, integrations and related business processes.

Scope of Works

The role is expected to maximise test automation where it is practical and valuable, while also undertaking hands-on manual testing where automation is not suitable, not yet available, or where release assurance requires direct functional, integration, regression, user acceptance testing support or production verification testing. The role will be responsible for designing, developing and maintaining automated test frameworks and scripts, developing and executing manual test cases, supporting release testing cycles, managing test evidence, contributing to defect triage and reporting on quality outcomes across the software development lifecycle. The role will work closely with project teams, developers, solution architects, business analysts and business stakeholders to ensure testing is targeted, repeatable and fit for purpose. The role will contribute to automation best practices, CI/CD quality gates, manual and automated regression coverage, test reporting, defect management and continuous improvement initiatives across the NFR Program.

Key Deliverables

• Design, develop, maintain and execute automated test scripts for the National Firearms Register (NFR) Program, prioritising automation where it provides clear value, repeatability and efficiency.
• Develop, document and execute manual test cases for functional, integration, system, regression, user acceptance testing support and release verification activities.
• Assess test scenarios to determine whether automation, manual testing or a blended approach is most appropriate.
• Establish and enhance automation testing frameworks to support continuous quality assurance across program releases.
• Perform hands-on functional, integration, system, regression, API, end-to-end, exploratory, defect retesting and production verification testing as required during release cycles.
• Analyse business, functional and technical requirements to define test coverage, identify automation opportunities and maintain traceability between requirements, tests and defects.
• Build and maintain a reusable regression test suite, including automated scripts and manually executed test cases where appropriate.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and support continuous testing practices.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, solution architects, vendors and business stakeholders to ensure quality outcomes.
• Execute test data preparation, management and validation activities.
• Identify, track, analyse and support resolution of defects throughout the software development lifecycle, including triage, retesting and closure.
• Produce test artefacts including automation frameworks, manual test cases, test scripts, execution reports and traceability matrices.
• Provide accurate reporting on testing progress, automation coverage, manual test execution, defects, risks and quality metrics.
• Contribute to testing standards, governance and continuous improvement initiatives across the NFR Program.
  
  

Essential Skills And Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related discipline, and ISTQB Foundation Level (or equivalent) certification.
• Demonstrated experience as an Automation and Test Analyst within large and complex ICT programs, with strong hands-on experience across both automated and manual testing.
• Proven experience developing and maintaining test automation frameworks using SmartBear TestAssure or a close equivalent, including sound judgement in determining appropriate automation opportunities.
• Strong experience designing and executing manual testing across functional, integration, system, regression, release verification and production verification phases, including defect triage and retesting.
• Experience designing clear test cases, test scripts and expected results from business, functional and technical requirements, and producing quality testing documentation and reports.
• Experience with API testing tools such as Postman, REST Assured, SoapUI or equivalent, and SQL for data validation and troubleshooting.
• Experience implementing automated testing within CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub, Jenkins or similar, with experience working in Agile and DevOps environments.
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, SDLC, STLC and quality assurance principles, including experience testing complex system integrations, interfaces and data migrations.
• Experience using test and defect management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps Test Plans or equivalent.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and defect investigation skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and business stakeholders.
  
  

Desirable Skills And Experience

• Experience within government or highly regulated environments.
• Experience with law enforcement, justice, public safety, or national registry systems.
• Familiarity with cloud-based platforms, DevOps practices, and non-functional testing.
  
  

Personal Qualities Required Of Candidate(s)

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Highly self-motivated with a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify potential risks early.
• Professional, ethical, and accountable in all interactions.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking capability.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work across jurisdictions, agencies, and vendors.
• Adaptable and capable of managing competing priorities in a fast-paced program environment.
• All engaged resources are expected to uphold the NTPF values of accountability, collaboration, diversity, ethical practice, impartiality, and respect.
  
  

Clearance Requirements

• National Police Clearance (Mandatory)
• PF166 (Mandatory)
  
  

If this sounds like you, APPLY NOW! We look forward to receiving your application.