Test Analyst

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Geelong, VICTORIA
Deadline: 01 Mar 2024

Apply now Job no:549329
Work type:Full-time
Location:Geelong - City
Categories:Technical


  • Based at our Geelong, Waterfront Campus 
  • Full-time and fixed term for 12months
  • HEW 6 $89,012 - $96,126 + 17% Superannuation 

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

As a Test Analyst, you will:

  • Identify and prioritise and report defects, working with project team to understand and resolve software defects
  • Deliver effective and efficient test cases using predefined templates and structures consistent with existing test methodologies and standards
  • Collaborate closely with technical staff to establish the required infrastructure for effective and efficient testing of projects, releases, enhancements and fixes.
  • Develop and implement test scripts to verify that new and changed functionality performs as expected
  • Provide support, maintain, develop and advise on testing corporate applications and platforms within

To be successful, you’ll have:

  • A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
  • Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields
  • Knowledge of testing principles, methodologies and tools and change, configuration and release management, integration and regression testing, and executing test cases
  • Experience providing services and support in software and infrastructure environments in a large organisation, including web, database, networking, desktops and systems
  • Experience working in Agile Scrum or with Agile methodology
  • Experience with testing tools, Agile Lifecycle Management Tools and ITIL concepts and practices
  • SalesForce experience desirable 

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Vanaj Vidhya Renuha, Lead, Quality Insurance on [email protected]

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Test Analyst.pdf

Applications for this position close on 1 March 2024.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.


Advertised:15 Feb 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:01 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time