Senior Test Analyst (Automation & Manual)

Senior Test Analyst (Automation & Manual) Office of Corporate Services Perth, Western Australia Contract Full Time 24/07/2026 Full-time, Fixed-term contract until September 2027, Bentley Campus Competitive remuneration + 17% super contributions Work-life balance options, inc. potential flexible working from home arrangeme Reference: 1655244 About the Role: Are you an experienced testing professional who enjoys working across both manual and automation testing to deliver digital solutions that are reliable, intuitive and built to last? Curtin is seeking a skilled Senior Test Analyst to bring strong technical capability, curiosity and a quality-first mindset to a diverse portfolio of digital projects. In this role, you will play a key part in strengthening the quality of Curtin’s digital experiences, combining exploratory manual testing with robust automation practices. Working within Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS), you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, improve test coverage, support defect-free delivery and contribute to the ongoing maturity of Curtin’s testing practices. Your responsibilities will include: Design and execute both manual and automated test cases for functional, integration, and regression testing. Develop and maintain automation strategy and frameworks (Selenium, Katalon Studio, or similar). Lead defect tracking and contribute to continuous improvement in SDLC processes. Apply shift-left testing by engaging early in development cycles. Mentor junior testers and contribute to the team’s testing maturity. Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate across disciplines. Contribute to and align with best practices employed within the Testing team. Who we are looking (Selection Criteria): A degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience/training. Strong expertise in both manual testing techniques and automation frameworks. Proficiency with tools such as: Selenium, Katalon Studio, JIRA, and AWS DevOps. Solid grasp of SDLC, Agile/Scrum methodologies, and CI/CD practices. Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. A proactive mindset with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Desirable Experience in higher education or university environments. Awareness of non-functional testing (e.g., performance, security, accessibility). AWS Cloud Practitioner certification. Role Requirements: As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction Your new Team: Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS) Our Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS) team is driving Curtin’s digital future, using leading platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft and ServiceNow to create seamless, innovative experiences for our students and staff. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of education, strengthening digital capability and ensuring technology is integrated safely, strategically and with real impact. About Curtin University Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page -  https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/ What We Offer You: This Fixed Term G08 level role attracts a remuneration of $122,699 - $130,758 + 17% superannuation. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/ Join Us! If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents: Up-to-date Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position’s selection criteria (noted above) - no more than two pages. If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Applications will not be accepted via this email address, and late applications will not be accepted. Applications close: 9pm (AWST), Sunday, 9th August 2026 Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time. Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, remove the advert, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. Back to search results

• Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.
• A degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience/training.
• Strong expertise in both manual testing techniques and automation frameworks.
• Proficiency with tools such as: Selenium, Katalon Studio, JIRA, and AWS DevOps.
• Solid grasp of SDLC, Agile/Scrum methodologies, and CI/CD practices.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in higher education or university environments.
• Awareness of non-functional testing (e.g., performance, security, accessibility).
• AWS Cloud Practitioner certification.
• As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role

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