Quality Engineer

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Base pay range

NZ$90,039.00 / yr - NZ$120,052.00 / yr

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About the role

We are seeking a Quality Engineer to join us in the Technical Delivery and Quality department to deliver high quality test outcomes.

The Quality Engineer role is responsible for assessing the quality of products delivered by cross-functional teams. This includes analysis of acceptance criteria to determine the scope of testing, preparation and execution of tests - both functional and automated - to demonstrate quality and identify defects.

About you

We are looking for someone who is equally capable and enthusiastic about writing and performing manual functional tests and automating tests. You will be able to use automated testing to accelerate functional validation of a story, determine when to automate and when not to and be able to articulate why. You can determine if we are building the thing right, but more importantly are we building the right thing.

Qualifications

• University graduate or equivalent experience
• 2+ years' experience in test automation or development, and demonstrable manual testing experience.
• Demonstrated experience in the application of testing techniques, understanding of context-driven and risk-based testing approaches
• Basic knowledge of AI principles, including machine learning concepts, model evaluation methods, and ethical considerations, to support the delivery of high-quality and reliable AI solutions
• A thorough understanding of the full test life cycle, particularly as it fits within the overall solution development life cycle
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to adopt new ways of working & commitment to continuous learning
• Experience working in a Scaled Agile (SAFe) environment
• Strong customer focus and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders

Hands‑on testing experience

Working at ACC

At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand's cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It is important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that :

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How to apply

Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role.

Applications will run through until 5pm, Monday 3rd November 2025.

Applications can only be accepted when submitted through the ACC careers website. If you encounter accessibility issues when submitting your application, or if you have any pātai (questions) about the role please email

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering, Information Technology, and Quality Assurance

Industries

Government Administration, Health and Human Services, and Public Assistance Programs

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