Details - QA & Testing Analyst

• Full time
• Continuing
• Campus Independent
• Salary HEO7 starting from $106,472, plus 17% superannuation

About the position

The QA & Testing Analyst is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of La Trobe University's enterprise applications by designing and executing test plans, conducting integration and data testing, and performing API testing. This technical role involves close collaboration with development, middleware, and other cross-functional teams to ensure robust end-to-end testing. 

 The QA & Testing Analyst will also contribute to continuous improvement efforts by adopting best practices in testing methodologies and tools, ensuring that all deliverables meet the university's high standards

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have:

• QA and Testing Expertise: Extensive experience in QA and testing for enterprise applications, including both manual and automated testing.
• Testing Methodologies: Strong understanding of software testing methodologies such as ISTQB standards, with experience in testing processes like regression testing, integration testing, and performance testing.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in creating and executing test cases for APIs, data integrity checks, and system integrations.
• Collaboration and Problem-Solving: Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams to identify issues and ensure application quality.
• Defect Management: Strong knowledge of defect tracking systems and defect management processes, ensuring issues are identified, documented, and resolved efficiently.

Key skills and experience include:

• Strong experience in end-to-end testing across complex enterprise applications, including integration-heavy environments
• Proven expertise in integration and middleware testing, including validation of data flows, APIs, and system interactions across platforms
• Hands-on experience working with middleware technologies and integration layers (e.g. REST/SOAP services, message queues, ETL/data pipelines)
• Demonstrated experience in API testing using tools such as Postman, REST clients, or similar
• Solid understanding of data validation and backend testing, including working with databases and validating data transformations
• Experience in test automation frameworks and tools, with a preference for Atlassian-aligned tooling (e.g. Jira, Xray, and integration with automation frameworks such as Selenium, Playwright, or similar)
• Exposure to or experience with Atlassian Intelligence / Rovo, including AI-assisted testing, test generation, or workflow optimisation (highly regarded)
• Strong understanding of test design techniques, risk-based testing, and test strategy development
• Experience working in Agile delivery environments, embedding QA practices within squads and CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g. Bamboo, Git, Azure DevOps, Jenkins) and integrating automated tests into pipelines
• Experience with enterprise platforms such as SAP, Salesforce, or similar highly integrated systems (highly desirable)
• Strong knowledge of test management and traceability, ensuring alignment between requirements, test cases, and defects

We are looking for someone who can operate beyond traditional testing, bringing a quality engineering mindset and contributing to automation, integration assurance, and continuous improvement across the delivery lifecycle.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position. 

 PD - QA & Testing Analyst.pdf

Benefits 

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses 

How to apply 

Closing date:  By 11:55pm on Monday 27^th April 2026

Position Enquiries: Walaa Saad, Manager Enabling Services

Email: Walaa.Saad@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@latrobe.edu.au  

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.  

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents: 

• Cover letter, outlining your skills and suitablility for the position and,
• An up-to-date resume.

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La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Why La Trobe: 

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future

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