QA specialist

at  Nasdaq

Why Nasdaq
When you work at Nasdaq, you’re working for more open and transparent markets so that more people can access opportunities. Connections can be made, jobs can be created, and communities can thrive. We want all our employees to have access to opportunity, too. That means planning for career growth, ensuring you have the tools you need, and promoting an inclusive culture where we’re all valued for our unique perspective.
Here, you will work for a global tech leader committed to breaking down barriers to inclusive prosperity. We see technology as a means to free people up to work together more productively and effectively by centralizing data, analytics, and market intelligence.
Here, we’re committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workforce. Not only is it our responsibility to do better, but we also need representative voices to power the fresh thinking that is vital for our business and our clients.
What We Offer
This is a permanent full-time role based in Sydney, Australia following a hybrid work model setup (at least 2 in office days per week).
You can expect an autonomous but fast-paced work environment where you are recognized for your results and ability to drive things forward. Every day brings many opportunities to learn & grow and rewards with a global impact we create.
In return, you will receive a competitive salary package, incredible private health insurance, employee stock purchase plan, a global mentoring program, counseling through our Employee Assistance Program, gym sponsorship and more.

What You Will Do

• Conducts a range of quality control tests and analyses to ensure that all problems are resolved and that software meets or exceeds specified standards, development specifications or client requirements.
• Creates test data files with valid and invalid records to thoroughly test program logic and verify system flow. Drafts, revises and approves test plans and scripts for other team members.
• Uses expertise when collaborating with internal or external team members to plan all applicable test phases to ensure that applicable test phases are successfully completed and documented and there is a plan for problem resolution.
• Documents and proposes for approval the release engineering procedures, so that the process can continually be reviewed and improved.
• When specializing in QA, develops and maintain the quality of products and processes, including standard procedures and methods.
• When specializing in Business Process Improvement would collect and analyze process data to make recommendations on improved business practices and procedures.

What We Expect

• Education Required: Bachelor in Computer Science, Information Systems or related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 6 years from strategic work in both quality assurance and quality control from a large software organization
• Special Qualifications: Specialist certifications in QA/Testing methodology.
• Experience from quality assurance maturity models such as TMMI and TPI
• Experience of Agile Software Delivery and quality management
• Ability to prepare and present presentations highlighting complex ideas to senior management
• Hands-on testing experience from technical complex systems in an international environment
• A history of analysis, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated leadership and influencing skills
• Abilities to engage and collaborate closely with external clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
• Drive and motivation to challenge the status quo and deliver within the context of a high pace environment

Does It Sound Like You?
Please follow through by clicking the “Apply” link and submitting your application. If your skills and experience are a match, we will be in touch soon. In the meantime, please visit our website and social media channels to learn more about our innovative business, inclusive culture and where a career at Nasdaq can take you.
Our work arrangement is hybrid. You will be coming in to the office on 68 Harrington Street in Sydney at least 2 days per week.
This is a permanent, full time role so candidates should have full working rights in Australia. To be eligible to apply, you must have Australian citizenship or permanent residency status.
Come as You Are
Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

• Conducts a range of quality control tests and analyses to ensure that all problems are resolved and that software meets or exceeds specified standards, development specifications or client requirements.
• Creates test data files with valid and invalid records to thoroughly test program logic and verify system flow. Drafts, revises and approves test plans and scripts for other team members.
• Uses expertise when collaborating with internal or external team members to plan all applicable test phases to ensure that applicable test phases are successfully completed and documented and there is a plan for problem resolution.
• Documents and proposes for approval the release engineering procedures, so that the process can continually be reviewed and improved.
• When specializing in QA, develops and maintain the quality of products and processes, including standard procedures and methods.
• When specializing in Business Process Improvement would collect and analyze process data to make recommendations on improved business practices and procedures