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Test Lead

Job Title: Test Lead
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Location: Wellington
Specialisation:
REF: 130285
Contact Details: Dylan Campbell
Contact Email: dylan.campbell@beyond.co.nz
Job Published: 5 days ago

We are looking for an experienced Test Lead with strong Automation Experience to lead the test strategy and execution on a large programme. This is a fixed term opportunity over two years (possibly three). Our client is a large complex government agency that carries a significant contribution in the protection of our shores in Aotearoa.

Therefore, to be eligible, you will need to be a NZ Citizen or NZ Permanent Resident and have worked and lived in New Zealand in the last five years.

Responsibilities and Experience:

  • Proven testing leadership with large or complex projects/ programs.
  • Proven knowledge across functional, system, integration, API testing, end to end testing, automation testing
  • Setting up test strategy, planning, execution and reporting
  • Working with key stakeholders for testing end to end and obtain sign- off.
  • Building and supporting test automation.
  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites using Java, Selenium, and Cucumber, with a focus on strong test automation skills.
  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of testers, providing direction, support, and coaching to ensure consistency across all testers.
  • Oversee the execution of automated, analyse results, and manage defect tracking and resolution.
  • Coordinate testing in Azure-based environments and ensure seamless integration with React-based front-end components
  • Fostering proactive and continuous improvements within the testers.

Technical Skills:

  • Selenium
  • Cucumber
  • Java
  • React
  • Azure
  • CoPilot for GitHub (good to have)
  • Strong Test Automation Skills:
  • Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing robust test automation frameworks. Good Selenium experience.
  • Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead a team, set priorities, and drive results.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

If you are looking for your next new challenge as a Test Lead, please get in touch by sending me your CV and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience that matches the above points to Dylan.Campbell@beyond.co.nz

Job # 130285