Test Lead

Job Posting Organization:
Save the Children Australia is a prominent non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and communities in need. Established with a mission to ensure that every child has the opportunity to grow up healthy, educated, and safe, the organization operates in various regions, including Australia and the Pacific. With a diverse workforce and a commitment to inclusivity, Save the Children Australia employs a range of professionals who are passionate about making a difference. The organization is known for its collaborative culture and its focus on creating lasting change through various programs and initiatives.

Job Overview:
The Test Lead position at Save the Children Australia is a full-time, permanent role based in Melbourne, where the successful candidate will be an integral part of the Technology team. This role is pivotal in establishing a robust testing capability across the organization, ensuring that all technology initiatives meet high-quality standards. The Test Lead will report directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and will be responsible for both hands-on testing and strategic leadership. The primary goal is to foster a quality-first culture within the organization, ensuring that technology solutions are secure, reliable, and effectively support the organization's mission. The Test Lead will develop and implement testing strategies, enhance team capabilities, and create scalable frameworks that align with the organization's technology roadmap, ultimately contributing to the success of various systems, including Finance and HRIS.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Test Lead will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including:

• Leading the development and implementation of an organization-wide testing strategy that establishes standards and best practices.
• Building sustainable testing capabilities through training, mentoring, and documentation to foster a quality-first culture across all teams.
• Overseeing test planning and execution for various testing types, including functional, integration, regression, performance, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Driving test automation initiatives and implementing modern testing tools and frameworks to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Engaging with stakeholders across projects to align testing approaches, manage UAT, and communicate quality metrics and risks.
• Continuously improving testing processes by collaborating with cross-functional teams and integrating testing into workflows based on lessons learned.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Test Lead position must possess extensive experience in end-to-end process and software testing across the full lifecycle. This includes a demonstrated capability in leading testing for complex enterprise systems and proficiency in various testing methodologies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building organizational testing capabilities, including mentoring and training team members. Additionally, strong skills in test automation, modern testing tools, and Agile and DevSecOps delivery models are essential. Candidates should also exhibit strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple testing streams and drive defect resolution effectively.

Educational Background:
A relevant educational background is required for the Test Lead position, typically including a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced certifications in software testing or quality assurance may also be beneficial and are often preferred by employers in this field.

Experience:
The position requires significant experience in software testing, particularly in leading testing initiatives for complex systems. Candidates should have a proven history of working in diverse environments, including cloud platforms and security testing. Experience in mentoring and developing testing teams is also crucial, as is familiarity with Agile and DevSecOps methodologies.

Languages:
While the primary language for this position is English, proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly in a multicultural work environment like Save the Children Australia, which values diversity and inclusion.

Additional Notes:
This position is a full-time role based in Melbourne, Australia, and is open to candidates who are committed to the organization's mission. Save the Children Australia encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace. The organization offers a range of employee benefits, including opportunities for professional development, wellness support, and salary packaging benefits. All employees are required to undergo background checks to ensure a safe working environment.