Test Engineer

Job Description Test Engineer Fixed Term (to Mar 2029) Wellington CBD Te Au Reka - Improving access to justice for all New Zealanders Te Au Reka represents the opportunity of a lifetime, making a profound difference to those who work in and interact with our courts and tribunals. We are seeking to modernise the administration of justice by replacing highly manual, time-consuming, paper-based processes with a new digital case management solution, transforming the way people access and experience justice in Aotearoa New Zealand. Te Au Reka is a large, complex and unique programme spanning the courts and tribunals of New Zealand. In delivering Te Au Reka we are seeking to build the Ministry's capability to deliver complex programmes of change. Working on Te Au Reka will give you the opportunity to use your knowledge and experience, while developing new ways of working. We are building a team that is highly collaborative, inquisitive and adaptable. Te Au Reka is a gamechanger, and we care deeply about making it a success. Te Haeata/The Opportunity As a Test Engineer, you will work closely with frontline, vendors, and the wider Te Au Reka program team to ensure the solution meets the requirements and is fit for purpose. You will play a key role throughout the application lifecycle, supporting build, test, release, deployment, and configuration activities. You will also support the planning, execution, and reporting of testing activities, help drive testing best practices, and work with stakeholders to ensure solutions meet quality and service acceptance requirements. In This Role, You Will Improve the use and availability of automated testing practices and tools across the MinistryLead testing activities delivered by team members and suppliersSupport the planning, coordination, and execution of system, integration, and acceptance testing activitiesStrengthen testing capability by identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and more effective service delivery Ō Pūkenga/Skills And Experience To be successful in this position you will have, Proven test engineering experience in large and complex environmentsExperience implementing automated testing at the unit, system, and/or acceptance testing levels, particularly within Agile delivery teamsStrong experience working collaboratively with business analysts, developers, and business stakeholders to design and execute effective testing solutionsExperience applying risk-based testing approaches and validating features with Product and/or Service ManagersThe ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholdersStrong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiencesRelevant tertiary qualifications in a related discipline, or equivalent experience, supported by a commitment to ongoing professional developmentRelevant industry, technical, and/or professional certifications Desirable An understanding of the constitutional principles and legal processes that underpin New Zealand's justice systemKnowledge of All-of-Government ICT principles, practices, and service offerings No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have outlined and believe you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you! Mō mātou/About us At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand. Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here Benefits We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include: 4.4 weeks holiday leaveflexible work hours where possiblean online professional development portalaccess to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks See our full range of benefits here. With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career Utu ā-tau/Salary The salary range for this role is between $88,455 and $120,357, based on skills and experience. Tono Mai/How To Apply For more information click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers website. You will be able to view the detailed position description, and apply for this role by completing the online application form to submit your CV and cover letter. Applications close on Sunday 18 October, however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in. If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz and include “MOJ/1951021” (job number) in your subject line. Follow us on LinkedIn