Test Analyst

Tait - New Zealand; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity at Tait Communications is available for an Intermediate Test Analyst. In this role, you will join a dynamic software team dedicated to enhancing critical components that benefit diverse customers. This position not only provides extensive opportunities for professional growth but also fosters a collaborative workplace culture with a focus on creativity and problem-solving. Apply now to make a difference in the vital field of communications technology.

Benefits

Modern office facilities

Free onsite parking

Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits

Active social club

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills required.
• Experience with test automation methodologies and tools is important.
• Exposure to the full lifecycle of commercial product development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and execute both manual and automated test plans.
• Use various testing methodologies like exploratory and automation.
• Work in agile development teams and on complex projects.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Test automation methodologies

Testing methodologies

Education

Tertiary qualification in Software Engineering

Telecommunications

Tools

Python

Playwright

Cypress

Selenium

Job description

We go beyond for a safer world

The role

Are you a strong team player who has a good understanding of software & hardware testing? Are you able to design, develop and execute both along with manual and automated test plans? If so, apply to join Tait's Engineering Team as an Intermediate Test Analyst.

In this role you will join a small software team working on critical components that shape how our customers configure, calibrate and update our radios. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a role that has a wide set of opportunities to grow into.

In this role you will

• Use different testing methodologies (exploratory, bench testing, field trial, automation, etc)
• Work in cross-functional, agile, development teams
• Work on complex and challenging project
• Have opportunity for personal and professional development
• Be exposed to numerous technologies
• Get cake when we release software

About you

• Hold a tertiary qualification in Software Engineering or Telecommunications
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Able to maintain tests using (Python, Playwright, Cypress or Selenium)
• Experience in test automation methodologies and tools (e.g. BDD)
• Exposure to the full lifecycle of commercial product development
• Passionate about continuous improvement

Desirable

• Have appropriate industry experience in a range of testing methodologies
• Experience with radio systems
• Proficient with Python programming
• Be a flexible team player with an inquisitive mind
• Be able to switch context rapidly to meet business needs

What's in it for you?

We are an employer that is committed to making a difference for families and communities and supporting people to build rewarding careers. We achieve this through employing people who connect with our Values (Commitment to listen. Courage to Act and Integrity to Deliver) that underpin our way of working together. We are committed to investing in our people, developing both individuals and teams to support a high-performance culture.

• We provide a comfortable work environment with modern office facilities, free onsite parking, gym, and café
• Long service benefits
• We balance work with fun through our active social club!
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flu vaccinations, and extra sick leave in your first year.

About us

For more than 50 years, Tait Communications has been designing, delivering, and supporting critical communications networks for public safety, transportation and utility customers around the world. Founded in Christchurch by Sir Angus Tait, we now have a network of customers and offices that spans the globe.

Our employees value being part of a creative team committed to providing technological solutions that make a real difference to the communities we support. By joining Tait, you'll be joining a community of people with a wealth of knowledge and expertise, who care deeply about their work and the genuine impact it has for our customers, and who support each other to grow and develop.

Sound like your kind of role?

If you are looking to take that next step in your career and are ready to work for a high performing organization, alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, please submit your application with CV and cover Letter and we look forward to hearing from you.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and your CV will be held unless you contact us requesting this to be removed:

Applications will close on Sunday 15th June 2025

For more information about the company, our products and solutions offered to our customers, please visit our website: www.taitcommunications.com