We Go Beyond for A Safer World Senior Test Analyst (Systems & Solutions) Te Turanga - The Role We are looking for a Senior Test Analyst (Systems & Solutions) to fill a Testing leadership role that will drive System Testing of Tait's solutions for some of our leading Critical Communications customers. As the Senior Test Analyst, you will contribute with a hands-on approach to augment automated test coverage of complex solution architectures involving hardware products, micro-services and simulators. You will also be responsible for reviewing and critiquing test plans, test designs and all required input documents (e.g., User stories, project plan) and training others in contemporary Testing/QA methodologies. The focus of the position is: Test planning & co-ordination across multiple internal & external Teams Creation & maintenance of Automated Testing frameworks Mentoring of peer Testers The duties of the role will also include: Critical examination of test and design solutions. Investigation and evaluation of design and test processes, test tools, equipment and third-party components. Mentoring / advising / training of other engineers and testers in verification and validation methodologies. Leadership of the test effort by demonstration of innovation and depth of knowledge across a broad range of test and engineering activities within the discipline. Documentation, review and maintenance of Tait's Verification and Validation Standards. O pukenga - About You To be successful in this role, you will have a Tertiary qualification in a relevant field (Computer Science/Electronics or equivalent). As well as: At least 4 years of experience as a Technical Tester (preferably at the confluence of Microservices based Applications and Embedded Software/Products) Proven track record in design & implementation of Automated Test Frameworks to make sapient testing effective. Proven competency in an OOP language (Python preferred) Have experience and/or drive to mentor peer Testers and share knowledge across the Testing function. Proven experience in owning and driving improvement in Test processes. Practitioner experience with DevOps platforms like Gitlab will be an advantage. Ko wai matou - About Us For more than 50 years, Tait Communications has been designing, delivering, and supporting critical communications networks for public safety, transportation, and utility customers around the world. Founded in Christchurch by Sir Angus Tait, we now have a network of customers and offices that spans the globe. Our employees value being part of a creative team committed to providing technological solutions that make a real difference to the communities we support. By joining Tait, you'll be joining a community of people with a wealth of knowledge and expertise, who care deeply about their work and the genuine impact it has for our customers, and who support each other to grow and develop. Nga painga - what's in it for you? We prioritise your wellbeing through health insurance, annual flu vaccinations and extra sick leave in your first year. We provide a comfortable work environment through modern office facilities with free onsite parking, gym, and café. We recognise your commitment through long service benefits. We balance work with fun through our active social club! Ko koe pea tenei? - Sound like your kind of role? If you are looking to take that next step in your career and are ready to work for a high performing organisation, alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, please submit your application with CV and cover Letter and we look forward to hearing from you. Applications will be assessed as they are received, and your CV will be held unless you contact us to requesting this to be removed: Applications will close Sunday 29th September 2024. For more information about the company, our products and solutions offered to our customers, please visit our website: