Associate Test Analyst

University of Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 76,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave entitlements

Superannuation contribution

Flexible working

Supportive work environment

Staff discounts

Live in Christchurch

UC facilities access

Job summary

University of Canterbury in Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand is seeking an Associate Test Analyst to ensure our digital products deliver high-quality experiences. You will perform manual and automated testing across in-house and vendor software, create test plans, scripts and defect reports, and collaborate with developers and stakeholders.

The role requires at least 1 year in software testing, a NZQA Level 7 degree in Computer Science, Commerce or related, experience with acceptance criteria,

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year experience in a software test analyst role undertaking functional testing.
• A bachelor’s degree (NZQA Level 7) in Computer Science, Commerce or a similar discipline.
• Experience producing acceptance criteria, test scripts, test plans, reports and defect documentation.
• Experience working within agile methodologies, including Scrum and/or Kanban.
• An ITQSB certification and te reo Māori me ōna tikanga would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Undertake manual and automated testing across in-house and vendor-supplied software.
• Create and execute test plans, test scripts and regression tests, document test outcomes and defects, and work closely with developers, project teams and other stakeholders to identify, reproduce and resolve issues.
• Contributing to testing usability and accessibility, and to continuous improvements in our testing practices.
• Support delivery of quality digital solutions across UC.

Skills

Software testing experience

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Te reo Māori (advantage)

Education

NZQA Level 7 degree (CS/Commerce)

Job description

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University of Canterbury – Christchurch, South Island

Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

• 5 weeks annual leave +5 days university holidays
• Permanent, 37.5 hours per week
• Generous employer contribution to superannuation (up to 6.75%)
• Based on UC Campus (not remote)
• Salary $75,923 - $97,000 p.a, based on skills and experience

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do
As an Associate Test Analyst, you will play an important role in ensuring our digital products and systems deliver a high-quality experience for our users. Working alongside our Digital Services teams, you will undertake both manual and automated testing across in-house and vendor-supplied software.

You will create and execute test plans, test scripts and regression tests, document test outcomes and defects, and work closely with developers, project teams and other stakeholders to identify, reproduce and resolve issues. Contributing to testing usability and accessibility, and to continuous improvements in our testing practices.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your testing capability while learning from experienced colleagues and working across a diverse range of digital projects.

You are a collaborative and analytical professional with a keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A minimum of 1 year experience in a software test analyst role undertaking functional testing
• A bachelor’s degree (NZQA Level 7) in Computer Science, Commerce or a similar discipline
• Experience producing acceptance criteria, test scripts, test plans, reports and defect documentation
• Experience working within agile methodologies, including Scrum and/or Kanban
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team, manage changing priorities and deliver to deadlines
• An ITQSB certification and competency in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga would be advantageous
• An alignment with our organisation's values and culture, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.

You will join Digital Services, working closely with our Test Lead, developers, project teams and business stakeholders to support the delivery of quality digital solutions across UC.

At UC, being part of our team means more than just a job. We are committed to supporting our kaimahi | staff’s career and wellbeing with benefits designed to help our kaimahi grow and feel connected, supported and valued.

• 5 weeks annual leave +5 days university holidays
• generous employer contribution to superannuation (up to 6.75%)
• flexible working arrangements
• supportive working environment
• a wide range of retail discounts across shopping, entertainment and travel
• living in revitalised Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand
• a unique working environment in a beautiful campus with access to UC facilities such as UC RecCentre and Staff Club at discounted rates plus onsite cafés and eateries, and more.

We offer a range of benefits, for more information, please visit us: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/about-uc/work-at-uc/benefits-working-uc . (For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/ )

The closing date for this position is: 10 September 2026 (midnight, NZ time)
Please note, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place before the close date.

You must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency to be considered for this role.

Please note, this is an onsite position.

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