Australian Bureau of Statistics – Geelong VIC
The Australian Bureau of Statistics is looking to recruit several Test Automation Engineers for roles within the testing and quality assurance domain of the Business Analysis, Testing and DevOps section.
The positions are at both the APS 5 and APS 6 classification level (depending on skills and experience) and we are looking to fill both permanent and temporary positions.
Successful applicants would be expected to work full-time or part-time hours, although flexible working arrangements and a hybrid model of working from home and the office applies.
The key duties of the position include:Our Test Automation Engineers are part of a team responsible for the design, build, testing and deployment of effective test automation solutions to ensure the quality, reliability and completeness of business systems deployed on Bureau platforms.
Some of their key responsibilities are:
undertake test automation projects in collaboration with key stakeholders, vendor representatives and other IT teams / expertscontribute to the development and implementation of test automation strategies and plans and provide input into test scriptsexecute scheduled test cases in accordance with agreed strategy/plan and timeframesanalyse and review test automation results, modify tests where necessary and provide reports on progress, anomalies, risks and issues and recommendations for improvementwork collaboratively with key stakeholders, vendor representatives and other IT teams / experts to discuss test results and ensure that issues/problems that arise during test automation are resolved efficientlyon occasion, undertake manual testing.Much of the work we do impacts the acquisition, processing and dissemination of critical statistical products that are used by governments, businesses and the public in key decision-making processes.
What we are looking for (selection criteria) To be suitable as a Test Automation Engineer (APS 5 or APS 6 level), you should have most of the following skills, qualities and experience:
at least two years' with eitheractive, continuous, hands-on experience with designing and writing test automation solutions, creating test data, and creating and maintaining robust and sustainable test automation frameworks, orexperience as a software developer in Java, JavaScript, Python, or C#experience with mainstream test automation platforms and products, ranging from scripted solutions to low/no code capabilitiesan understanding of the integration of test automation execution and results with modern CI/CD solutionscreating high quality testing related artefacts such as test plans, test execution reports and test handover documentsexcellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and engage effectively with various stakeholdersIn addition to the above, as a high performing APS 6 Test Automation Engineer, you will also be expected to have:
a higher degree of demonstrated technical and leadership capabilities and experienceexperience in coaching, mentoring or managing staff.Desirable but not essential is:
ISTQB qualificationstertiary qualifications in ICT, computer science, software engineering or related disciplineexperience creating test automation frameworks from scratch will be highly regardedexperience with agile project delivery methodologies.EligibilityTo be eligible to apply for these roles you:
must be an Australian citizen at the time you apply.will need to undertake pre-employment checks, including national police check and health assessment.ABS employees who have access to market sensitive information are restricted in market trading activities.
You may not be allowed to trade in financial products while employed.
This role may be restricted in trading.Please read the ABS Recruitment Guide for more information on how the ABS manages recruitment exercises, how to request an adjustment to the selection process, plus hints on how to prepare a written statement.
NotesTo apply, you will need to upload your current resume, provide referee details, and respond to the following:
In no more than 500 words, respond to the following two (2) questions:
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How do you think you can use your skills to deliver successful test automation for the ABS?
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Provide one or two examples of your best technical achievement in an IT project that demonstrates your relevant experience to the advertised position (as outlined in the Applicant Information Kit).
Clearly articulate what your role and contribution was and what outcome was achieved.
Note: if you wish to apply for both the APS5 and APS6 levels you will only be required to submit one application and statement, pitched at the APS6 level.
Getting to know the Australian Bureau of StatisticsThe Australian Bureau of Statistics' (ABS) purpose is to inform Australia's important decisions by partnering and innovating to deliver relevant, trusted, objective data, statistics and insights.
As the national statistical authority for Australia and provider of statistical services to the states and territories, we focus on three priorities:
Providing high quality official statistics and insightsTransforming the ABS for the futureDelivering new statistical solutions to maximise the value of public data.We operate in a dynamic, continually transforming environment.
New technology, statistical methods and opportunities for accessing and integrating data are becoming available, growing the potential to provide new insights into matters of importance to Australians, businesses, and community organisations.
The ABS houses permanent offices in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, Darwin, Dandenong and Geelong.
We also have a number of field staff working across all parts of Australia.
We encourage and value a diverse workforce.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.
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