Senior Test Software Engineer

We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens.

Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration.

As a company, we’re passionate about what we do and the citizens we help to serve. If you too would like to help champion the use of technology in public services, to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organisations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve growth in your career whilst making a real difference to people and communities.

Why you'll love this role as Senior Software Test Engineer at Civica

Join our test automation team and contribute to the successful delivery of test automation across various projects and products. Dive deep into the Civica Selenium Test Automation Framework, leveraging it to craft robust automation scripts tailored for your assigned project.

You'll also play a key role in developing the VIEW Playwright Test Automation Framework, facilitating the smooth migration of existing Selenium scripts to Playwright. Create strong Playwright Automation scripts that meet project needs, and engage in integrating these scripts into our CI/CD pipeline for seamless execution. Take charge of maintaining the existing automation suite, ensuring it operates efficiently. We're committed to driving continuous improvement to boost product quality, whether by reducing time to market or enhancing overall quality. Perform manual functional testing as necessary. You'll be responsible for your allocated test deliverables, conducting thorough analysis during test preparation and execution, which includes documenting results and reporting issues through our established defect management process. Execute database, compatibility, accessibility testing, and more, in accordance with the project plan, while working independently. At Civica, we embrace a global work environment, which may occasionally require you to be available outside of standard business hours.

Requirements

What you will need to be successful in this role

• Proficiency in testing methodologies and familiarity with contemporary testing tools such as Playwright and Python, throughout various testing phases.
• Minimum 2+ years of exp in Playwright and Python
• Experience in API Testing is must
• Experience in Azure or AWS is a mandatory requirement
• Mentor other team members in the team
• Experience in TDD
• Knowledge of System Testing (Functional Testing) and System Integration Testing
• Regression o User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
• Database Testing o Compatibility Testing o Accessibility Testing
• Solid experience of designing Automation Testing Frameworks and writing automated tests using Playwright
• Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming concepts and should be able to apply them in test automation script development.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting/debugging skills.
• Able to write custom logic/algorithm for solving test automation challenges.
• Able to use the existing methods and tools post adequate trainings with minimum guidance from seniors by following standard guidelines defined on usage of tools.
• Demonstrate initiative in developing solutions to problems encountered during testing.
• Track record of delivering commitments on time and quality

Benefits

Why you'll love working with us.

We know that when our people are happy, they will work better and have greater work satisfaction. Here's what you can expect:

We're all different - and we love this about us.

We provide an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment to all Civicans - there are heaps of opportunities to enable you to grow and be your best.

Giving culture - we encourage you to "give back" with benefits such as our Days of Difference leave where you can volunteer for a charity of your choice.

Flexible Work - we have comprehensive flexibility options including part-time work, adjusted hours, staggered shifts, and hybrid or remote working, supporting work–life balance based on individual needs.

Apply for this job - Become part of something special Do you see yourself in this role? If so, then we would love to hear from you.