QA Engineer

About the role

We're developing cutting-edge autonomy and mapping solutions that power robotics platforms across underground, industrial, and GPS-denied environments. As a QA Engineer, you'll play a hands-on role in ensuring our software and hardware products meet high standards of quality and reliability.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their QA career who wants to learn quickly, contribute to meaningful projects, and work closely with experienced engineers across QA, software, hardware, and product teams. You'll help deliver robust, field-ready technology that performs in the real world.

Key Responsibilities

• Support testing of software and hardware features by executing test plans and writing test cases.
• Perform manual and regression testing as part of the software delivery lifecycle.
• Collaborate with developers to test user stories and ensure all acceptance criteria are met.
• Review requirements and documentation to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Raise, track, and retest defects using tools such as Jira.
• Help prepare test environments and gather test data.
• Contribute to QA process improvements and provide feedback to enhance efficiency.
• Coordinate with product, development, and QA teams to support timely, stable releases.
• Document and maintain testing artefacts including scripts, results, and issue reports.
• Learn and contribute to test automation using frameworks such as Robot Framework, Python, or JavaScript.

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated interest and foundational experience in software testing and QA principles.
• Understanding of test case design, positive/negative testing, and edge cases.
• Ability to write clear defect reports and communicate technical issues effectively.
• Exposure to hardware-software integration or embedded systems is an advantage.
• Familiarity with QA tools such as Jira, test management platforms, or basic automation tools.
• Understanding of the SDLC and where QA fits into product delivery.
• Foundational programming knowledge in Python and/or JavaScript.
• Willingness to learn automated testing frameworks over time.

Collaboration & Growth

• Takes ownership of small features or defined test scopes with guidance from senior team members.
• Works closely with QA Engineers, developers, and product managers to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Communicates openly, asks questions, and seeks clarification where needed.
• Contributes to team knowledge by documenting findings and supporting QA processes.
• Demonstrates curiosity, a growth mindset, and a willingness to take part in hands-on or field testing when required.

What's on offer

• Competitive remuneration package plus superannuation.
• Work alongside a friendly and passionate team on innovative technology.
• Genuine learning and development opportunities to grow your career.
• Supportive work environment with great facilities.
• Casual dress code for comfort.
• An additional day of leave each year to celebrate your work anniversary