Intermediate Software Test Analyst | Automation | Wellington

Salary: $90k-$115k

Role
We're recruiting two Intermediate Software Test Analysts to join a successful, growing technology business with a genuinely collaborative culture, modern technology and a strong focus on delivering quality software.

This is an opportunity to work on an established, business-critical online platform used across New Zealand and international markets.

You'll be part of a close-knit Agile team where your ideas matter, your technical contribution is valued, and everyone works together to deliver great outcomes.
We're looking for hands-on testers who enjoy solving problems, improving automation, contributing to technical discussions and taking ownership of their work.
What you'll be doing

• Developing and maintaining automated regression tests.
• Testing web applications, APIs and SQL databases.
• Planning and executing tests throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Working closely with developers and other testers in an Agile environment.
• Supporting quality across CI/CD pipelines and software releases.
• Identifying defects, investigating issues and improving testing processes.
• Contributing ideas, sharing knowledge and helping the team continuously improve.

What we're looking for You'll need demonstrated commercial experience in:

• Software testing within an Agile development environment.
• Writing, maintaining and executing automated tests.
• Testing web-based applications.
• Writing SQL queries and validating database changes.
• Testing authenticated REST APIs.
• Working with automated build and deployment processes.
• Understanding CI/CD practices and quality assurance principles.

Exposure to technologies such as Playwright, Cypress, JavaScript, TypeScript or AWS would be advantageous.
Importantly, we're looking for someone who enjoys working in a small team, communicates well, takes ownership and genuinely cares about software quality.
Why this opportunity stands out

• A friendly, supportive and collaborative technology team.
• Modern technologies and interesting technical challenges.
• A well-established platform with ongoing development and investment.
• A culture where everyone's contribution is valued.
• Genuine opportunities to develop your technical skills.
• A stable, permanent opportunity with long-term career potential.
• Hybrid working, with three days per week in the Wellington office.

Important: Please read before applying To be considered, you must:

• Be currently living in New Zealand.
• Be based in Wellington or be able to relocate to Wellington within four weeks.
• Be available to work from the Wellington office at least three days per week.
• Have current legal working rights in New Zealand.
• Have relevant commercial software testing and automation experience.
• Have salary expectations within the advertised $100,000–$115,000 range.

Applications from candidates based overseas will not be considered.
If you've already applied for this opportunity through Rockit Recruitment, please do not apply again. Your previous application has already been considered.
If you meet these requirements and enjoy working with good people, modern technology and a team that takes pride in what it delivers, we'd welcome your application.
Apply now through Rockit Recruitment.