Software Test Engineer

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

OUR BENEFITS

In addition to interesting, engaging opportunities that impact at scale, and ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, Thales Cyber can offer you:
• Competitive remuneration structure
• Hybrid and flexible working options under the Thales Flex program
• Paid parental leave and family support through Parents at Work
• The day off on your birthday each year
• Novated Lease options
• Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

ABOUT THALES

Thales delivers cybersecurity products and services that keep people and assets safe, giving organisations confidence in the security of their digital journeys. Our solutions are deployed in 148 countries, helping governments to maintain sovereignty and organisations to preserve their strategic autonomy.

Thales is a global leader in cybersecurity — no.1 in data security — with more than 6,000 experts and developers worldwide. We bring trust and resilience to key industries including finance, health, retail and manufacturing, as well as critical sectors such as aerospace, defence, critical infrastructure and space.

YOUR ROLE

As a Software Test Engineer within Cyber Technology Integration Services (CTIS), you will play a hands-on role in delivering high-quality outcomes across complex security and digital identity projects.

Working closely with architects, engineers and business analysts, you will design and execute robust testing activities across integrated solutions and platforms. You will help ensure software quality across fast-paced, multi-disciplinary delivery teams while contributing to continuous improvement of testing practices and automation capability.

This role is suited to a detail-oriented, autonomous problem solver who can break down complex features into logically testable components and advocate for quality outcomes.

You must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance and complete a National Police Check.

YOU’LL

• Develop test cases based on requirements, user stories and solution documentation
• Execute manual test cases and document results with clear traceability and evidence
• Raise detailed defect tickets with clear reproduction steps and supporting artefacts
• Support investigation, resolution and retesting of defects with engineering teams
• Contribute to test plans, execution schedules and scope coverage
• Produce formal testing documentation including Test Summary Reports and status updates
• Support test readiness activities including test data preparation and environment validation
• Execute integration testing across internal and third-party systems
• Contribute to automated test suite development (e.g. Playwright, Selenium) to support regression and repeatable quality checks
• Participate in defect triage sessions, stand-ups and delivery checkpoints
• Contribute to uplift initiatives across the CTIS testing function through reusable assets and improved test approaches

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• 2+ years’ experience as a Software Test Engineer across software products or projects
• Experience using Jira, Azure DevOps or similar ticket management systems
• Experience working in cross-functional delivery teams alongside architects and engineers
• Strong problem-solving capability within fast-paced development environments
• Experience working across Agile and Waterfall delivery models
• Strong understanding of modern online user experience best practices
• High attention to detail and structured documentation capability
• Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience with end-to-end test automation frameworks (e.g. Playwright, Selenium) highly regarded
• Technical background to support defect triage and investigation desirable
• Understanding of secure software development practices advantageous

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress through the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including police and medical checks where applicable.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances, please visit http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/.

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