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TRFI-26-06497
QA - Test Engineer - Applications Specialist
This fixed-term role tests machine-control software and hardware for products used in the earth-moving industry, working closely with software and systems engineers. The core requirements are at least five years in a relevant QA, software testing, or software engineering role; API, integration, and system testing; test planning and case design; automated test scripting; and clear defect reporting and troubleshooting. Experience with particular automation tools, ISTQB certification, and exposure to surveying, communications, civil construction, or related technology are beneficial rather than required. The structured experience range is 5–15 years, while the description specifies a minimum of five years. The role is located in Christchurch; the work mode is not specified, and the employment type is fixed-term.
Position summary
- Location
- New Zealand
- Workplace
- On-site
- Employment
- Full Time
- Experience
- Minimum 5 years and Maximum 15 years
Role overview
Why This Role Matters.
This fixed-term role tests machine-control software and hardware for products used in the earth-moving industry, working closely with software and systems engineers. The core requirements are at least five years in a relevant QA, software testing, or software engineering role; API, integration, and system testing; test planning and case design; automated test scripting; and clear defect reporting and troubleshooting. Experience with particular automation tools, ISTQB certification, and exposure to surveying, communications, civil construction, or related technology are beneficial rather than required. The structured experience range is 5–15 years, while the description specifies a minimum of five years. The role is located in Christchurch; the work mode is not specified, and the employment type is fixed-term.
Your Impact
Deliver Enterprise Value
Help organisations solve complex business problems through modern technology, consulting expertise and measurable outcomes.
Collaboration
Work Across Teams
Collaborate with consultants, architects, engineers and client stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Growth
Learn Continuously
Gain exposure to enterprise technologies, certifications, mentoring and real-world project experience.
Career Path
Grow With Ubique
Build a long-term consulting career with opportunities to take on greater responsibility and leadership over time.
Responsibilities
What You'll Be Doing.
Every role at Ubique contributes directly to solving meaningful business challenges for our clients.
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Interpretation of high-level marketing requirements into detailed user-centric specifications suitable for development purposes.
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Create bug reports with detailed information and relevant supporting diagnostic information to allow the effective triaging and resolution of software issues.
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Creating and updating test and regression plans for new features or products or replacement products
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Creating and updating manual functional and non-functional test cases.
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Developing, executing, and maintaining automated test scripts to optimize the testing process and reduce manual testing efforts
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Continuous improvement of testing processes.
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Helping diagnose, troubleshoot and reproduce customer escalated cases
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Any other duties directed by Management as and when required
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Curiosity and drive for continuous learning
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Effective and proactive communication skills (verbal and written)
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Strong problem-solving
Technology stack
Tools & Technologies.
The platforms and technologies you'll use to build modern, enterprise-grade solutions.
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QA
Required
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Software testing
Required
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API testing
Required
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Integration testing
Required
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System testing
Required
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End-to-end testing
Required
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Manual testing
Required
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Exploratory testing
Required
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Test automation
Required
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Automated test scripts
Required
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Selenium
Required
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Appium
Required
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Playwright
Required
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Postman
Required
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Xray
Required
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Tricentis
Required
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Jenkins
Required
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GitHub
Required
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CI/CD
Required
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SQL
Required
Requirements
Skills & Experience.
We value curiosity, collaboration and continuous learning. If you don't meet every requirement but believe you can make an impact, we'd still love to hear from you.
Essential
Required Qualifications
At least five years of relevant QA, software testing, or software engineering experience
API, integration, and system testing
Test planning, test case design, and regression management
Manual functional and non-functional testing
Writing, executing, and maintaining automated test scripts
Defect reporting, issue reproduction, and troubleshooting
Preferred
Nice to Have
ISTQB Foundation, Advanced, or Agile Tester certification, or equivalent
Experience in surveying, communications, civil construction, or technology industries
Understanding of C++, web, or Android code
Experience with Selenium, Appium, or Playwright
Experience with Postman for API testing
Experience with Xray or Tricentis test management tools
Experience with Jenkins, GitHub, and CI/CD workflows
SQL data verification
Agile Scrum or Kanban experience
Experience testing integrated hardware and software systems
What you'll gain
More Than Just A Job.
We're committed to helping every team member grow professionally, personally and technically while working on meaningful projects.
Global Exposure
Collaborate with international clients and multicultural teams on enterprise programmes.
Continuous Learning
Expand your expertise through mentoring, certifications and hands-on project experience.
Career Growth
Take ownership, develop leadership skills and grow your consulting career over time.
Flexible Working
Hybrid and remote collaboration designed around trust and delivering exceptional outcomes.
People First
Join a supportive culture where collaboration, respect and long-term relationships come first.
Enterprise Projects
Work on meaningful technology initiatives for leading organisations across industries.
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