Software Tester

Setup: Remote/WFH; Full-time roleSchedule: Australian TimePurpose:This position works within the Engineering function to drives efficient, high-quality software delivery through effective testing and continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesRequirements Interpretation: Translate business objectives into risk-based tests. Validate and clarify requirements with stakeholders, detect and raise discrepancies, seek input as needed, document clarifications. Risk-Based Testing: Identify, evaluate, and prioritise risks; focus effort on high-impact areas to protect critical functionality. Test Case Development: Design clear scenarios with prerequisites, steps, and expected outcomes; cover positive/negative paths, UI conformance.Test Execution: Validate functional and non-functional criteria (performance, usability, security). Reproduce and log defects with clear reproduction steps to support timely resolution. Maintain accurate records and supporting data. Support User Acceptance Testing.Exploratory Testing: Perform unscripted, session-based exploratory testing to uncover unknown risks, edge cases, and unexpected behaviours.Traceability: Maintain our library of tests with end-to-end traceability from work items to regression tests —providing a accurate understanding of expected system behaviour and enabling consistent test execution.Quality Assurance: Work to Standards, balancing quality, speed, and cost. Partner with Developers and Business Analyst to deliver value from the customer’s perspective, continuous improvement and shared ownership for quality and efficiency.Skills and CompetenciesWith ISTQB Foundation CertificationAgile mindset – embraces fast feedback and face-to-face, real-time teamwork. Balances deep work with timely in-person engagementA risk-based testing mindset, prioritizing testing by impact and likelihoodProficiency in testing RESTful APIs using tools like Postman or similarStrong SQL querying skills with the ability to validate data and perform backend testing.Experience in testing browser-based and mobile (iOS/Android) applications Strong verbal and written communication to work effectively with technical and non-technical people. Comfortable facilitating discussions.About the CompanyOutstaffer is partnering with a boutique software development company in Australia who's software simplifies work and connects teams, ensuring alignment at the heart of every operation. Its industry-leading Frontline Workforce platform integrates seamlessly with business systems and adapts to each organization’s unique needs.By unifying workflows that traditional solutions overlook, this company empowers organizations to deploy digital capabilities quickly and cost-effectively—enabling their workforce to achieve performance and compliance goals with confidence.Founded over 25 years ago, they are a boutique software development firm that successfully competes with some of the world’s largest technology services organisations. The company has built a strong reputation by winning business with several of Australia’s leading enterprise organizations and is now entering an exciting growth phase, actively accelerating its expansion.