Job Description
Senior Performance Tester (EL1) – Federal Government n
Location: Canberra (Open to other Capital Cities)
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Contract: 12 month contract starting September **** + numerous extensions
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Security Clearance: NV1 clearance required
About the Organisation n
This organisation operates at the forefront of national security and law enforcement, working to protect Australia's people, interests, and infrastructure. It plays a critical role in combating complex and serious crime, both domestically and internationally, while partnering closely with government, industry, and global agencies.
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With a strong focus on innovation, the organisation is continuously evolving its technology landscape to respond to emerging threats and a rapidly changing digital environment.
About the Team n
Technology underpins critical operational and corporate capabilities across the organisation. The team is focused on modernising platforms, strengthening cyber security, and enabling frontline operations through advanced and reliable systems.
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You'll be part of a collaborative workplace driving improvements across testing practices, emerging technologies, and enterprise-scale platforms.
About the Role n
We are seeking an experienced
Senior Performance Tester
to assess and ensure the responsiveness, scalability, and stability of systems under varying workloads.
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This role will see you working closely with business and technical stakeholders to deliver high-quality testing outcomes across complex environments.
Key Responsibilities n
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Develop and maintain
test strategies and test plans
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Design, execute, and manage
manual and automated test cases
(functional & non-functional)
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Perform
performance testing
to evaluate system scalability and reliability
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Create and maintain
test scripts
and ensure quality standards are met
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Manage
defect lifecycle
, including reporting, tracking, and resolution
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Develop and maintain
Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTM)
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Collaborate with
Business Analysts, vendors, and technical teams
to define test conditions
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Lead and coordinate
test management activities
across projects
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Provide
reporting on test progress, risks, and outcomes
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Ensure compliance with
government information management standards
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Mentor and support
junior team members
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Contribute to continuous improvement of
ICT testing practices and processes
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Technical Skills & Experience n
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Experience with
test automation tools
for scripting and execution
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Strong background in
performance testing
, ideally using tools such as
LoadRunner
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Experience with
test management tools
(e.g. ALM or equivalent)
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Ability to manage
test execution, regression testing, and defect tracking
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Familiarity with
API testing and database querying
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Understanding of
Agile and DevOps environments
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Key Attributes n
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Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
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Ability to work effectively in
small, high-performing teams
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Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
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Proven ability to deliver
quality outcomes within tight timeframes
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Why Apply? n
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Contribute to
high-impact national initiatives
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Work in a
cutting-edge technology environment
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Collaborate with
highly skilled professionals across government and industry
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Opportunity to influence and uplift
enterprise testing practices
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📌 Senior Performance Tester (Canberra)
🏢 PATH4 Group
📍 Canberra