Software Quality EngineerPermanent opportunityUp to $120,000 + Super per annumClicks 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 chance to work on complex industrial software deployed within mining environments, where reliability, consistency, and system performance are critical.
You'll work closely with software and mechatronics engineers, combining hand-on testing, automation, and process improvement to help strengthen software quality and release confidence across the development lifecycle.What you'll be doingDevelop structured, repeatable test plans from existing documentation and product knowledgeDefine testing criteria to support code merges and software releasesConduct thorough manual testing across new features and enhancementsValidate edge cases, system behaviour, UI functionality, and failure scenariosMaintain and expand existing Pytest automation suitesEnhance Playwright end-to-end testing coverageSupport reliable automated test execution within CI/CD pipelinesReview test coverage and results to support release readinessInvestigate, reproduce, and document defects with clear reproduction steps and supporting evidenceAnalyse logs and environmental conditions to assist troubleshooting and root-cause analysisIdentify opportunities to increase automation across the testing lifecycleContribute to the ongoing refinement of testing processes and quality practicesWhat you need to bringApproximately 3-5 years' experience in Software Testing, QA,



or Quality EngineeringStrong analytical and sceptical mindset with a natural focus on identifying risks and failure pointsExperience performing both manual and automated testingAbility to think beyond the "happy path" and challenge assumptionsExperience developing test plans and test cases from limited documentationExperience with Python and PytestExperience with Playwright, Cypress, or similar automation frameworksAbility to read, write, and debug automated test codeUnderstanding of APIs and modern web application architectureSQL skills for validating and investigating data within PostgreSQLComfortable working with Linux, containerised environments, and command-line toolsStrong communication, defect investigation, and documentation skillsCollaborative approach to working alongside developers and engineersBonus points forExperience with IoT, industrial software, robotics, or hardware-integrated systemsExposure to mining technology, industrial automation, or operational technology environmentsFamiliarity with React and TypeScript applicationsFamiliarity with C++Experience contributing to the improvement of QA processes and testing frameworksWhy you'll love this roleWork on complex industrial software and IoT solutions used within mining operations globallyOpportunity to influence and strengthen quality practices within a growing engineering organisationExpand your automation capability as the testing environment continues to matureHybrid working model with 2 days per week in the Hamilton officeProfessional development support through training, courses, and workshops36-hour work week, flexible working arrangements, and paid birthday leave!
Important to knowFull working rights required (Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident)Remote applicants will not be considered.At Clicks we embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity.
First Nations people are encouraged to apply.We provide reasonable adjustments, including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with a disability.
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📌 Software Quality Engineer (Brisbane)
🏢 Clicks It Recruitment
📍 Brisbane