Korero mo te turanga | About the role:
We have an opening for an intermediate to experienced Test Automation Engineer (Matihiko Matua/Digital Specialist – Testing) to join our Survey and Title Enhancement Programme (STEP) in mid to late January 2025.
As a Test Automation Engineer, you will use testing practices to support the development, implementation, and deployment of a range of Products and Services within one of the Survey Squads.
As a cross-functional squad member, you'll collectively deliver your products and be involved in all aspects of the design, creation, testing, and maintenance. Our squads are agile, impactful, and collaborate effectively and efficiently, thanks to our strong focus on team culture, professional development, and continuous improvement.
In addition to the above, you will have the ability to contribute to technical discussions with your testing and coding skills. You will commit to promoting our culture of collaboration with both your squad members, work leads, architects, and key stakeholders, and will be actively involved in Programme Increment (PI) planning and during the creation of iteration plans, team PI objectives, release planning, and product backlog.
At Toitu Te Whenua LINZ, we are committed to developing and promoting an environment where our people feel included and valued. If you don't feel you have all of the experience we're looking for but have the willingness to learn and align with our way of working, please consider applying. We believe skills are transferable, and enthusiasm goes a long way. This is a perfect role for a Developer with a specific interest in testing frameworks, quality assurance, and someone who is looking to develop expertise in Test Automation.
He pukenga tou | Skills & Experience:
If the above role sounds appealing and you feel you have knowledge of a range of software development skills including the following:
Knowledge of modern testing practices and test automation
Experience testing web applications and APIs
Familiarity with JavaScript and Typescript in NodeJS environment
Familiarity with Kotlin or Java and Spring Boot or similar
Source control using git and GitHub
With some of the following skills being advantageous:
Playwright to create E2E testing
Storybook testing
Experience in common tool chain elements such as GitHub Actions
Experience using AWS CDK or CloudFormation is desirable
Containerisation using Docker
Knowledge of spatial concepts and systems would be advantageous (e.g., GeoServer)
Familiarity with Scaled Agile Framework
And if you have worked in large, multi-team, fast-paced projects using Agile, with a continuous improvement-focused mindset, then we would like to hear from you!
Nga mea e tukuna ana e tatau – What we offer our employees
Interesting work which impacts Aotearoa as we care for whenua, moana, and arawai.
Eye & ear care reimbursements
Annual Flu Vaccinations
Reduced Health Insurance Premiums
Diverse groups and networks
If eligible for paid parental leave, you will be entitled to a top-up payment for the first 18 weeks of the 26 weeks.
A minimum of four weeks and three days annual leave
Te Takinatanga - Our Story
Toitu Te Whenua plays a vital role in understanding, developing, and caring for New Zealand's whenua, moana, and arawai (land, sea, and waterways). Whether you're developing our products and services to support our customers, managing the Crown estate, engaging with our iwi partners, or helping us be an effective regulator, your contribution can make a difference. Our mahi helps New Zealanders have confidence that the development of our land, communities, and country is being planned from an informed and expert position that balances environmental, social, cultural, and economic considerations. Now and for future generations.
Our Kia Toipoto Intentions - Public Service Gender, Maori, Pacific and Ethnic Pay Gap Action Plan
Toitu Te Whenua is a diverse team of individuals with different experiences and perspectives. This drives our culture and high performance. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women, in particular, don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection; we're looking for potential. As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value difference and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. As an organisation, we embrace diversity, encourage work-life balance, and have a flexible approach to the way we work which means you will quickly feel connected and valued.
Tono mai - How to Apply
If you're eyeing up this role and believe you've got what it takes, please apply, or get in touch with the team.
To apply, please click "Apply Online." You'll be taken through to our Toitu Te Whenua Careers Centre where you'll be able to review further information about the responsibilities and accountabilities of this role in the Position Description. You'll be able to complete your online application form and upload a copy of your CV/Cover Letter.
Please note, while applications close Sunday 17 November 2024, we may be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.
For tracking and evaluation purposes, all applications must be submitted via our online process. You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be eligible for this position.
You may notice that the Position Description title for this role (Digital Specialist - Level Rua/2) doesn't match the advertised title. At Toitu Te Whenua, we design our roles around shared capabilities (rather than focusing on tasks). This means our position descriptions are broad; one position description can cover many roles, this is known as Broad Based Role (BBR). Using BBR allows us to be responsive to our customers and to strengthen the connections across our organisation. It also gives us the flexibility to provide wider opportunities to our people, to further their careers.
If you have any questions about this role or working at Toitu Te Whenua, please email ****** and our Recruitment Team will be in touch with you.
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