Analyst Test and Performance at University of Otago

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jul, 26

Salary

97508.0

Posted On

22 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Test planning, Requirements analysis, Defect management, Test management tools, Quality assurance, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Agile methodologies, BDD, Cloud solutions, AWS, Azure DevOps, API testing, Integration testing, User acceptance testing

Industry

Research Services

Description

__________ INFORMATION SYSTEMS GROUP DIGITAL SERVICES DIVISION | RATONGA MATIHIKO Are you ready to take the next step in your career and build on your digital skills? This could be the perfect opportunity for you. As part of our collaborative and agile Information Systems Group, you'll play a key role in implementing and maintaining testing frameworks and solutions using the latest technologies in an environment focused on continuous integration and development. The role | Te mahi In this role, you’ll be working closely with the Digital Learning Environment Programme team which is focussed on improving the technology, governance, processes and support for teaching and learning. The aim is to provide a modern, accessible, equitably supported digital learning environment that enhances the learner experience. While at the same time providing a clear direction for innovative teaching practices that make the most of the new technology. As a key member working on the Digital Learning Environment Programme, you will be responsible for end-to-end testing of student and staff workflows across multiple systems used for learning and teaching. A particular focus of testing will be of the integrations across systems. You'll join a passionate team, committed to constantly improving the experiences of our students and staff. If you’re eager to innovate, grow your skills, and make a real impact, you’ll have our full support to explore new and better ways of working. Skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako To succeed in this role, you’ll bring proven experience in the IT industry, have experience with requirements analysis, test planning, execution, and defect management, along with working knowledge of test management tools. Our ideal candidate has: • Experience testing enterprise systems like Finance 1, e-Vision, Ascender, or Dynamics CRM. • Familiarity with Quality Assurance processes and standards. • Experience testing Mobile and Web Apps, with knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. • Understanding of test data regulations (NZ data) and Māori Research Ethics. • Knowledge of Agile methodologies (e.g., BDD) and cloud solutions (AWS, Azure DevOps). • Experience with API and integration testing using tools like Postman and SoapUI. • Familiarity with preparation and facilitation of User Acceptance Testing (UAT). If you don’t have experience in all of these areas, don’t worry - our supportive team can provide the training to help you grow your skillset. About our team | Mō te tīma At the University of Otago, you would be joining the team responsible for empowering the future of New Zealand thinkers every day. You will be making learning easier for 21,000 students, setting 5,000+ staff up for success, and enabling the ground-breaking research which kick-starts innovations to benefit generations to come. Further details | Pūroko This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), fixed term position for one year based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The appointment range is $85,057 to $92,174 per annum. Top of the range is $97,508. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position. For further information regarding the role please contact Ian Kalmakoff, via the below contact details. Application | Tono To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2600650 will close on Monday, 18 May 2026. Additional Information Contact: Ian Kalmakoff Position details: Job Description Further Information: Department Website Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email Location: About Dunedin

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for end-to-end testing of student and staff workflows across multiple systems within the Digital Learning Environment Programme. This includes focusing on system integrations and maintaining testing frameworks in an agile environment.