Verification And Validation Officer

Pae Government Services Inc.; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place To Work

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Paid parental leave

Income protection

Career development

Job summary

KBR Australia is seeking a Senior Software Tester to lead and support testing across the Software Development Lifecycle. You will develop testing methodologies, plans, and documentation, design test cases, monitor progress, and manage defects to resolution while ensuring traceability to requirements.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on testing experience, strong communication skills, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge of Agile and automated testing tools.

Qualifications

• Experience developing test strategies, test plans, and test reports across the software development lifecycle.
• Strong hands-on software testing experience including system integration, regression, verification and performance testing.
• Solid understanding of software development, QA methodologies and test environment management.
• Experience preparing test data and working with databases to support testing activities.
• Ability to identify, analyse and resolve defects with traceability to requirements.
• Strong stakeholder engagement across development, engineering and testing teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a focus on quality, continuous improvement and problem prevention.
• Desirable: Agile environments, automated testing tools, Defence ICT systems, ISTQB/DO-178C/MIL-STD-498.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software testing methodologies, processes, tools and documentation across the SDLC.
• Plan, design, execute, and validate software and system test activities including test cases, plans, readiness reviews and test reporting.
• Monitor and communicate test progress, results, risks and issues to key stakeholders.
• Perform defect analysis, tracking, reporting and resolution support in collaboration with project teams.
• Support requirements management and ensure traceability between requirements, testing and delivered outcomes.
• Escalate software, hardware, resource or project issues as required.
• Collaborate with cross-functional and geographically distributed teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Job description

Senior Software Tester - Expression of Interest (EOI)

Title:
Senior Software Tester - Expression of Interest (EOI)
At KBR - We do things that matter.
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KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.
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With over 65 years working on some of Australia's largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation's critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.
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At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and foster an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.
The Opportunity:
This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in delivering high-quality software solutions by leading and supporting testing activities throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). You will drive the development and continuous improvement of testing methodologies, processes, tools, and documentation, while planning, designing, executing, and validating software and system tests. Working closely with stakeholders and project teams, you will monitor and communicate test progress, manage defects through to resolution, and ensure strong traceability between requirements, testing activities, and delivered outcomes. You will also identify and upscale risks and issues where required, collaborating with cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams to ensure successful project delivery and maintain the highest standards of quality.
This is an expression of interest for permanent full-time opportunities in Canberra and Brisbane .
The successful candidate must hold an NV1 clearance or higher .

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software testing methodologies, processes, tools, and documentation across the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Plan, design, execute, and validate software and system test activities, including test cases, test plans, readiness reviews, and test reporting.
• Monitor and communicate test progress, results, risks, and issues to key stakeholders.
• Perform defect analysis, tracking, reporting, and resolution support in collaboration with project teams.
• Support requirements management and ensure traceability between requirements, testing, and delivered outcomes.
• Escalate software, hardware, resource, or project issues as required.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional and geographically distributed teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

As the ideal candidate you will bring

• Proven experience developing test strategies, test plans, test cases, and test reports across the software development lifecycle.
• Strong hands-on software testing experience, including system integration, regression, verification, and performance testing.
• Solid understanding of software development, QA methodologies, and test environment management.
• Experience preparing test data and working with databases to support testing activities.
• Ability to identify, analyse, and resolve defects while ensuring traceability to requirements.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience collaborating across development, engineering, and testing teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a strong focus on quality, continuous improvement, and problem prevention.
• Desirable experience in Agile environments, automated testing tools, Defence ICT systems, and industry standards such as ISTQB, DO-178C, or MIL-STD-498.

Qualification

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a n NV1 Clearance or above should apply.

What we will offer you

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
• Flexible working
• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
• Paid parental leave
• Income protection
• Corporate rewards
• Salary packaging/Novated leasing
• Employee stock purchase plans
• Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
• Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

Please note. Shortlisting will take place as applications are received, therefore the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.