Software Quality Engineer

Clicks IT Recruitment (QLD)

Ascot, Brisbane QLD (Hybrid)

Engineering to Software (Information and Communication Technology)

Full time

AUD 120000 per annum

Automated Testing

Automation Framework

Manual Testing

Software Quality Engineer

Permanent opportunity

120,000 + Super per annum

Clicks IT Recruitment is proud to be partnering with our client to recruit a Software Quality Engineer for their growing engineering team in Brisbane.

This is an opportunity to work on complex industrial software used within mining environments, where reliability, consistency and performance are critical. As the organisation's first dedicated Software Quality Engineer, you'll play a key role in shaping how quality is delivered across the business.

This is a practical, hands-on role that combines both manual and automated testing. You'll work closely with software and mechatronics engineers to formalise testing processes, translate existing documentation into structured test plans, execute comprehensive testing activities, and maintain and expand existing automation frameworks.

We're looking for someone who enjoys working independently, taking ownership and driving quality outcomes. While you'll be the dedicated testing specialist, you'll be supported by a collaborative engineering team and will have the opportunity to influence how testing practices evolve as the organisation continues to grow.

What you'll be doing

Develop structured, repeatable test plans from existing documentation and product knowledge

Define testing criteria to support code merges and software releases

Conduct thorough manual testing across new features and enhancements

Validate edge cases, system behaviour, UI functionality and failure scenarios

Maintain and expand existing Pytest automation suites

Enhance Playwright end-to-end testing coverage

Support reliable automated test execution within CI/CD pipelines

Review test coverage and results to support release readiness

Investigate, reproduce and document defects with clear reproduction steps and supporting evidence

Analyse logs and environmental conditions to assist troubleshooting and root-cause analysis

Identify opportunities to increase automation across the testing lifecycle

Contribute to the ongoing refinement of testing processes, frameworks and quality practices

Act as the primary quality advocate within the engineering team and help drive a culture of continuous improvement

What you need to bring

Approximately 3-5 years' experience in Software Testing, QA or Quality Engineering

Strong analytical and sceptical mindset with a natural focus on identifying risks and failure points

Experience performing both manual and automated testing

Ability to think beyond the "happy path" and challenge assumptions

Experience developing test plans and test cases from limited documentation

Comfortable working autonomously and taking ownership of testing outcomes

Experience improving or establishing testing processes and quality practices

Experience with Python and Pytest

Experience with Playwright, Cypress or similar automation frameworks

Ability to read, write and debug automated test code

Understanding of APIs and modern web application architecture

SQL skills for validating and investigating data within PostgreSQL

Comfortable working with Linux, containerised environments and command-line tools

Strong communication, defect investigation and documentation skills

Collaborative approach to working alongside developers and engineers

Bonus points for

Experience with IoT, industrial software, robotics, or hardware-integrated systems

Exposure to mining technology, industrial automation, or operational technology environments

Familiarity with React and Type Script applications

Familiarity with C++

Experience contributing to the improvement of QA processes and testing frameworks

Why you'll love this role

Become the organisation's first dedicated Software Quality Engineer and help shape the future of quality practices

Work on complex industrial software and IoT solutions used within mining operations globally

Enjoy a high degree of autonomy, ownership and influence

Expand your automation capability as the testing environment continues to mature

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team solving real-world challenges

Hybrid working model with 2 days per week in the Hamilton office

Professional development support through training, courses and workshops

36-hour work week, flexible working arrangements and paid birthday leave

Important to know

Full working rights required (Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident)

Remote applicants will not be considered. 

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For a confidential discussion or to learn more reach out to Amy Watson: amywatson@clicks.com.au