Senior Software Tester Expression of Interest (EOI)

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With over 65 years working on some of Australias largest and most complex projects KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nations critical infrastructure energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2000 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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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 escalate 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 successfulcandidate mustholdan NV1clearanceor 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.

All candidates will be required to holdand maintain an activeNV1Defence Security Clearance.Only candidates holding an NV1Clearanceor 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

If youre ready to shape tomorrow lets get started. Apply Now!

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.