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Kinetic • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Role & seniority: Software Test Lead (fixed-term, 12 months), Melbourne, VIC; chance of extension with program scale.
Stack/tools: Azure DevOps or JIRA XRay for test planning; end-to-end testing; coordination with third-party vendors; UAT support.
Lead creation of test strategies, scenarios, and detailed test cases aligned to scope and requirements.
Oversee end-to-end test execution, defect logging, prioritisation, triage, and retesting through to resolution.
Guide cross-functional teams on testing practices; coordinate testing with vendors; support business users during UAT.
3–5 years in system testing; experience leading/coordinating across Agile, Waterfall, and V-Model.
Strong understanding of end-to-end testing processes; ability to gather requirements and produce tests/docs.
Independent and collaborative in a dynamic greenfield project; ISTQB or similar certification is a plus.
Transport sector experience (advantageous but not required).
ISTQB certification (if not already held, a plus).
Location & work type: Melbourne, Australia; full-time, initial fixed-term contract (12 months) with potential extension.
Software Test Lead
Greenfield Transformation Project | Melbourne, VIC
The Opportunity
Due to significant business growth, Kinetic are currently embarking on a large-scale global transformation program and looking for an experienced Test Lead with experience in implementing and integrating new products into a business environment.
This is an initial fixed term full-time contract for 12 months, however due to the scale of our transformation program will likely extend.
Key Accountabilities
Lead the creation of test strategies, scenarios, and detailed test cases based on project scope, business requirements, and design documentation, using tools such as Azure DevOps or JIRA X Ray. Oversee and perform end-to-end test execution, ensuring accurate logging of results and defects, prioritising issues, and coordinating defect triage and retesting through to resolution. Provide leadership and quality guidance to cross-functional teams, ensuring testing activities are aligned with project timelines, development practices, and quality standards throughout the software delivery lifecycle. Coordinate and manage testing activities with third-party vendors or development partners, ensuring outcomes comply with design specifications, contractual obligations, and governance processes. Apply and promote strong testing principles, methodologies, and best practices, ensuring consistent adoption across the testing team and project stakeholders. Support and guide business users during User Acceptance Testing (UAT) by preparing test assets, facilitating defect management, and ensuring results accurately reflect business expectations. Lead the testing effort across small to large-scale Payroll Solution initiatives, including complex software development projects, system upgrades, and migration activities, ensuring quality deliverables and successful implementation.
What You Will Bring
Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive experience in system testing. Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating testing activities across different testing methodologies and frameworks (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, V-Model), with a strong understanding of end to-end testing processes and best practices. Experience in obtaining business requirements from users and conducting testing execution and testing documentation/artefacts Industry experience in the transport sector is highly regarded but not essential. ISTQB or similar testing certification is a plus. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic greenfield project environment Most importantly, our values resonate with you – Passion, Integrity, Respect, Authenticity, Humility
About Us
At Kinetic, we don't just move people - we're creating the positive change our planet needs. As a leader in sustainable transport, we're committed to creating cleaner, safer, and greener environments for generations to come.
Our size and scale give our people real opportunities to learn, grow, and progress in their careers. Calm, positive and respectful team players thrive here. Our people embrace change and are encouraged to stretch their comfort zone while making a difference. We challenge each other to be our best.
We're driven by respect, diversity and genuine connection. From networking groups to community partnerships and volunteering, our camaraderie naturally brings people together. Our energy and dedication keep communities moving and our people growing.
How To Apply
Kinetic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
If you're interested in this rewarding role with Kinetic then click the 'Apply' button now!