The opportunity:
Our highly valued client is a federal government agency. They are seeking an APS5 level Test Analyst with strong data testing and data quality experience to join a large data warehousing, analytics and reporting team.

• Richmond location plus hybrid work-from-home
• 12 month initial contract + 12 month extension, rates fully negotiable
• Role only open to Australian Citizens – Federal government client

The role:
As Data Test Analyst, your duties will include:

• Developing Test Plan in line with the Test Strategy, project release plan, and delivery methodology
• Developing Test Execution Plan and Test Cases traced to requirements and design documents, including detailed test steps, data requirements, pre-requisites and success criteria
• Conducting data/functional/system integration testing based on documented Test Cases
• Supporting and assisting UAT testing phase, if and when required
• Authoring and distributing test summary reports
• Provides a daily and weekly status report for testing activities
• Coordinates with Application Developers, Business Analysts, Test Analysts, SMEs, 3rd party vendors to review test artefacts and defects to ensure rapid review and resolution of documents and defects
• Facilitates defect triage meetings

Skills and experience:
To succeed in this role you will need:

• Strong understanding of data quality principles and testing methodologies
• At least 3 years hands-on experience, in analyzing and testing data quality, detecting data, integration and functional anomalies, and validating data accuracy and completeness
• Hands-on experience or long exposure to data warehouse concepts and ETL processes
• Must be highly experienced in writing good test cases
• Advanced SQL skills
• Well-versed in use of JIRA for manual testing and defect reporting
• Ability to work closely and collaborate with business stakeholders, developers, BAs and other product/project delivery team members
• Highly-proficient in verbal and written communications
• Experienced in testing Business Analytics Dashboards and Reports across various domain

Please note that our client is a federal government organisation and can only consider Australian Citizens.

Apply:
Submit your resume, or for further information please contact jarrodd.edwards@talentinternational.com.

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Overview:
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Automation Test Analyst to join a high-performing team supporting a suite of trading and energy systems within a large-scale, regulated enterprise environment.

The role will focus on designing, developing, and executing automation test scripts and strategies across both internal and third-party applications, including web, desktop, and API services. You’ll also play a key role in maintaining quality standards, supporting DevOps practices, and ensuring the successful delivery of software solutions across integration, system, and end-to-end testing phases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and automation scripts across a range of software products and projects.

• Execute automated and manual testing, including integration, end-to-end, and regression testing.

• Perform defect logging, tracking, and management throughout the testing lifecycle.

• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines by integrating automated tests using tools such as Azure DevOps.

• Deliver test summary reports, contribute to test closure documentation, and provide transparency on testing status and quality metrics.

• Collaborate closely with developers, business analysts, and SMEs within an agile environment.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing standards and processes.

• Mentor team members on testing practices and automation principles.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in software testing and at least 3 years in automation testing roles.

• Proven experience in test script development, maintenance, and execution using tools such as Playwright, Postman, or similar.

• Solid understanding of the software testing lifecycle and experience in test planning, data setup, and reporting.

• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Azure DevOps.

• Experience testing a mix of application types including web, desktop (WPF), and API services.

• Strong knowledge of integration and end-to-end testing methodologies.

• Experience working in Agile environments and applying DevOps principles to testing.

• Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.

Desirable Experience:

• Testing in energy, utilities, financial services, or other highly regulated environments.

• Experience with Git-based repositories, defect tracking, and agile toolsets.

• Experience with test data management and automating validation of business-critical transactions.

If this is something you’d like to be considered for click apply now or email David at david.reynolds@talentinternational.com

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Platform Support Engineer to join a fast-paced, enterprise environment supporting mission-critical integration platforms. This role sits within a newly established Integration Centre of Excellence and will be central to the setup, maintenance, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide API Management, Event Streaming, and Microservices platforms.

This is a hands-on position where you’ll be instrumental in implementing and managing modern integration infrastructure, enabling development teams through self-service capabilities, and ensuring operational excellence through proactive monitoring, automation, and DevOps best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement, support, and improve Integration Platforms including API Management, Event Streaming (Kafka), and Microservices (Kubernetes).

• Collaborate with partners to build and optimise platform solutions, ensuring scalability and reliability.

• Provide Level 3 support for integration platform issues escalated from service operations.

• Develop GitLab CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation using Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation.

• Drive platform adoption by simplifying developer experience and onboarding new consumers.

• Create dashboards, monitoring, and alerting for proactive operations.

• Deliver training and technical guidance to developers and stakeholders.

• Support smooth project transitions into production support environments.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 6+ years in software development, preferably in integration domains (e.g., Java, Spring Boot).

• 2+ years of hands-on AWS cloud experience.

• Strong experience with containerised applications (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices platforms.

• Proficiency in DevOps tools: GitLab, Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, New Relic, Prometheus.

• Solid understanding of API management platforms and event streaming technologies (e.g., Confluent Kafka).

• Experience with infrastructure as code and automation practices.

• Familiarity with Linux systems administration and scripting (Python, Bash).

• Excellent stakeholder communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Highly Regarded:

• Experience operating Amazon EKS, GitOps workflows, or Apigee (or similar API gateways).

• Knowledge of SonarQube, MongoDB, Postgres (RDS), ActiveMQ.

• Exposure to Agile/Scrum environments.

• Background in aviation, travel, or large-scale enterprise environments.

If you would like to be considered for this role click apply now or email David at david.reynolds@talentinternational.com

• 12 months with a 12-month extension option
• ACT, NSW, VIC
• Australian Citizenship and eligibility to obtain NV1 security clearance
• Data quality testing, ETL processes, SQL, and experience with JIRA

Role
Are you a skilled Data Test Analyst looking to make a meaningful impact? This is your chance to join a dynamic team and contribute to critical projects. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring data quality and accuracy, supporting the delivery of high-quality solutions.

Your duties will include:

• Developing Test Plans aligned with the Test Strategy, project release plan, and delivery methodology
• Creating Test Execution Plans and Test Cases, including detailed test steps, data requirements, and success criteria
• Conducting data, functional, and system integration testing based on documented Test Cases
• Supporting and assisting the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phase when required
• Preparing and distributing test summary reports and providing regular status updates on testing activities
• Collaborating with developers, business analysts, SMEs, and third-party vendors to review test artefacts and resolve defects

Skills and experience we are looking for:

• Strong understanding of data quality principles and testing methodologies
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in analysing and testing data quality, detecting anomalies, and validating data accuracy
• Proficiency in data warehouse concepts and ETL processes
• Advanced SQL skills and experience in writing effective test cases
• Familiarity with JIRA for manual testing and defect reporting
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders

Application Process
If you would like to apply, please contact Deepika Ahluwalia on 02 6129 6300 or email deepika.ahluwalia@talentinternational.com

Our client is a leading national retailer currently seeking a Sitecore Developer to deliver project work across their Sitecore Commerce platform.

Your new role will see you working as part of the broader team to drive development services across the businesses Sitecore Commerce platform. Ideally you will have prior experience working on payment processing integration and solid exposure delivering within eCommerce/ retail environments. Acting as an SME you will also interface with business stakeholders to help drive deliverables and explain product advantages/ limitations.

Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrated experience developing in Sitecore Commerce Server version 11.4 and below
• Solid .Net framework experience (.Net 8+)
• Experience in Azure functions/ Azure DevOps/ Terraform
• Payment processing integration experience
• eCommerce/ Retail industry experience is highly desirable

Our client is offering an initial 12 month contract with the view to extension. Offices are based in Melbourne’s inner city suburbs with a requirement to be onsite 3 days per week.

For more information feel free to contact Rade Manojlovic at rade.manojlovic@talentinternational.com

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Our client is a federal government organisation with offices throughout Australia. Due to growth, they are seeking an EL1 Data Architect to join their team in Richmond or Geelong.

• 12-month initial contract plus 12-month extension
• Hybrid with 3 days per week onsite
• Federal government role – Australian citizenship required

The role:
The EL1 Data Architect will be part of the project stream of the data warehouse platform. This includes updating data development documentation, providing technical guidance to developers and reviewing/approving data designs and data models.
The role will include providing thought leadership in data & reporting architecture, data modelling, design, integration as well as end-to-end data delivery lifecycle approaches.
The EL1 Data Architect will govern and advise on multiple data delivery initiatives and design and approve data delivery patterns.
The role will focus on collaborating with key business areas in the development and implementation of consumable reports and analytics to address key risks and emerging trends within these areas.
Key duties and responsibilities

• Set technical foundations for scalable, secure systems for enterprise data reporting.
• Designing the architecture for BI platforms, data models, and reporting layers.
• Defining standards for metrics, taxonomy, and visual reporting.
• Selecting and integrating BI tools and platforms.

• Provide technical leadership to the project delivery teams through design reviews, advising on implementation best practices, defining and refining release processes and technical workshops.
• Review and refine the BI data framework to enhance integration of new sources, performance of existing data delivery and rapid development of new subject areas.
• Provide guidance on Conceptual, Logical and Physical data models and strong experience in Data model tools like Erwin.

• Collaboration with data engineers to ensure ETL and data structures align.

• Collaboration with data consumers, data designers and analysts, testers and IT support teams.

• Supporting role-based access and data security within BI environments.
• Leading data source consolidation and dashboard standardisation.
• Enabling self-service analytics and end-user training.
• Scaling BI platforms to support organisational growth.

To apply you will need the following skills and experience:
Essential criteria

• Business Intelligence (BI) Expertise: Proficiency in using various BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.) for data visualization and reporting.
• Data Warehousing Concepts: Deep understanding of Data Warehouse Architecture, Data Modelling Techniques, ELT and ETL Processes and SCD
• Data Warehousing Technologies Expertise: Any 2 of Teradata, Redshift, Snowflake, Data Bricks
• SQL Mastery: Deep knowledge of either SQL or Concepts
• Data Integration Tools: Proficient in ETL tools like, Talend, Informatics or DBT

Desirable criteria

• Cloud Platform: Strong knowledge of AWS, AZURE or GCP
• Data Modelling tool: knowledge of Erwin or Enterprise Architect
• Stakeholder Management and Soft Skills
• Scalability and Performance: Ability to design largescale data volume, performance, throughput and latency

APPLY:
Submit your resume or contact Kylie.mcmanus@talentinternational.com . Shortlisted will be contacted and applicants will be required to provide one page pitch to address all criteria specified (this is equal to 5000 characters)

Our client is a federal government client. Due to a busy period, they are seeking a Senior IT Service Lead, Service Desk Analyst to join their team based in the Melbourne CBD.

• 8-month +6-month extension contract
• Australian Citizenship needed
• Hybrid work arrangement – 3-4 days in the office, 1-2 WFH.

The role:

As the IT Service Lead, you will be a key IT resource responsible for management and support of ICT systems, business solutions, and processes. Additionally, you will be accountable for leading the IT Service Management function and implementation of new ICT initiatives. With your in-depth knowledge of Microsoft cloud, server, application products, and ITIL framework, you will proactively ensure efficient and effective management of the IT environment.
As the IT Service Lead, you will be responsible for delivery of relevant ICT services and will provide sound stakeholder management and change management support to all relevant internal and external stakeholders on a variety of ICT matters. You will exercise both initiative and sound judgement to resolve complex and/or sensitive matters, provide brief on any critical risks proactively as well as provide solutions and recommendations on the appropriate course of action.

Key Duties:

• Effectively engage with IT team, business stakeholders, vendors and end users to resolve issues, to support project deliverable, and improvement opportunities.
• Delivering superior, customer-focused IT support for systems, business applications, and infrastructure to stakeholders and addressing concerns or complaints quickly and professionally.
• Diagnosing and resolving issues with cloud services and infrastructure, providing technical support to users, including troubleshooting and resolving complex client or systems issues. Escalate issues they need attention.
• Collaborate with IT support, security and Data teams, and stakeholders to align platform capabilities with business requirements and strategic goals.
• Manage Intune solutions including endpoint management, device enrolment, policy configuration, and application deployment.
• Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies to safeguard against data loss and ensure business continuity.
• Collaborate with suppliers, service providers, and government agencies to ensure products and services meet service level standards.
• Manage new system releases and deployments, provide infrastructure support, and conduct security patch management within service level agreements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides to facilitate knowledge sharing and training.
• Assist in configuring, monitoring, and maintaining cloud services, addressing security, performance, troubleshooting, and disaster recovery (as required).
• ITIL Service operations functions including support for running CAB Primary point of escalation for desktop and end user compute services.

Essential Criteria:

• Demonstrated experience working in a front-line support role for an IT service area, dealing directly with end users and a range of stakeholders, performing root cause analysis, and providing user support and training as necessary utilising ITSM principles.
• Strong background in cloud and server administration and maintenance experience within the Microsoft stack of corporate products.
• Demonstrated competence to appropriately consider and manage activities relating to project management, policy, and change management. This includes experience in system implementation life cycle, managing new initiatives, and providing support for key projects.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to build and sustain influential and productive relationships with a variety of stakeholders across the agency.
• Proven problem solving and critical thinking skills, and the ability to coordinate with required stakeholders to identify and resolve issues and deliver expected outcomes.

APPLY now: Shortlisted candidates will need a one-page pitch to address all criteria specified (this is equal to 5000 characters in BuyICT). For more information, please email shelley.harrison@talentinternational.com

We are seeking two Senior Engineering Specialists to support the technical implementation, sustainment, and continuous improvement of two key communication systems that enable safe air navigation and aviation rescue operations across Australia.

A great opportunity to work at the forefront of national aviation infrastructure within a complex engineering and regulatory environment. You will play a key role in enhancing communication capabilities, driving technology improvements, and ensuring operational integrity for systems supporting air traffic control and rescue services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering activities throughout the full system lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, integration, testing, and verification.
• Support and enhance a portfolio of operational communications systems, including voice switch platforms, telecommunications infrastructure, VHF/UHF/HF systems, dispatch consoles, and related technologies.
• Manage system sustainment activities and contribute to the delivery of technology change in line with safety, risk, and configuration management standards.
• Provide technical leadership and trusted advice in support of system performance, availability, and compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, operations, and vendor teams to deliver efficient and high-quality technical outcomes.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation including engineering specifications, test plans, system design documents, and safety reports.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise frameworks including Safety Management Systems, Technology Management Frameworks, and applicable aviation regulations.

Skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer (e.g. RPEQ).
• Extensive experience in communications systems engineering – ideally within aviation, defence, or critical infrastructure environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage system-level projects involving integration, testing, and performance evaluation.
• Proven expertise in stakeholder engagement, vendor coordination, and risk-based decision-making.
• Familiarity with safety-critical systems and regulatory frameworks such as the Information Security Manual (ISM) and Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (Part 171) is desirable.
• Strong documentation and communication skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions across diverse teams.

Benefits of the Position

• Contribute to the safe and reliable operation of a nationally significant aviation network.
• Be part of a high-performing engineering team within a government-aligned program of work.
• Highly competitive daily rate with strong possibility for extension
• Collaborate within a skilled and professional team focused on operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

If you’re interested in learning more about these roles apply now!

Company

Global Successful IT Consulting company working with a client in the Mining Industry.

Requirements

• As an AI / ML Engineer, you will be responsible for developing applications and systems that utilise AI tools and Cloud AI services, ensuring production-ready quality in both cloud and on-premises application pipelines.
• You will apply GenAI models as part of the solution, which may include deep learning, neural networks, chatbots, and image processing.
• You are expected to be a subject matter expert, collaborate and manage the team to perform effectively. You will be responsible for team decisions, engage with multiple teams, and contribute to key decisions while providing solutions to problems for your immediate team and across various teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Snowflake GenAI is required. Advanced proficiency in Database Architecture, Machine Learning, LLM Fine Tuning, Foundation Model Fine Tuning, and Foundation Models is suggested.
• Design and implement innovative AI solutions that address complex business challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI capabilities into existing systems.
• Conduct research to stay updated on the latest AI trends and technologies.
• Mentor junior team members and share knowledge to foster a collaborative learning environment.
• Evaluate and optimize AI models for performance and scalability.

Interested? Hit APPLY NOW or email your CV to josh.dmonte@talentinternational.com

Applications Specialist – .Net
Adelaide Based Position
Permanent full-time ongoing role

Salary range on offer: $98,478 – $104,165 + 12% superannuation

In accordance with Parliamentary policies and procedures, this role is open only to Australian citizens who are eligible for Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance.

Talent International is proud to partner with the Parliamentary Network Support Group in recruiting an Applications Specialist. This role is pivotal in supporting a suite of systems and applications that service Parliament House and Electorate Offices across the state.

About Parliamentary Network Support Group:
Parliamentary Network Support Group (PNSG) is essentially the IT backbone of the Parliament of South Australia, responsible for keeping the parliamentary network secure, reliable, and sustainable – from infrastructure planning to day-to-day operations and cyber resilience.

About the role:
The Applications Specialist position resides within the Parliamentary Network Support Group (PNSG) and works under limited direction to undertake a range of complex and/or time sensitive technical activities for the Parliament of South Australia including the planning, design, development, testing, implementation, and support of numerous systems and applications servicing Parliament House and Electorate Offices across the State, which may require a significant level of responsibility at times.

Reporting to the Team Leader, Business Systems, the Applications Specialist will take a collaborative and team-first approach to develop and maintain effective consultative and collaborative relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders and service providers.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience working within the information technology industry.
• Extensive technical experience in one or more phases of the systems development life-cycle (SDLC).
• Demonstrated C# and .NET / .NET Core web development experience including HTML, CSS and one or more of the following: JavaScript, Angular, React, or NextJS.
• Demonstrated Power Platform experience including development and maintenance of Power Apps and Power Automate.

Desirable Skills:

• Demonstrated experience working with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 cloud service products.
• Demonstrated SharePoint Online administration experience including configuration and support of site permissions, content types, managed metadata, lists, libraries, web pages and web parts.

To be part of something bigger and work for a passionate South Australian organisation click ‘Apply‘ to submit your application.

Alternatively, if you would like to have a chat about the role – I would love to hear from you. Please contact Sam Scarfo or Shilpa Sharma on 08 8228 1501 by 5:00 PM (ACST) on Friday, 15 August 2025.

Applications close: 15/08/2025 5:00 PM

This respected government body is seeking a Process Optimisation Manager to lead process optimisation across a major transformation program, streamlining systems and boosting efficiency to deliver smarter, scalable outcomes.

In this role, you will drive enterprise-wide process optimisation, leading initiatives that improve efficiency, quality, and performance. Collaborate across teams to identify reform opportunities, streamline systems, and deliver impactful change aligned with strategic priorities. Use recognised methodologies to embed continuous improvement, enabling smarter operations and sustainable outcomes in a fast-paced transformation environment.

Key activities

• Lead and deliver end-to-end process optimisation initiatives across the enterprise

• Develop and implement frameworks for evaluating and redesigning core business processes

• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify automation and reform opportunities

• Drive continuous improvement using recognised methodologies and best practices

• Provide strategic advice to align process improvements with organisational priorities

Skills and experience

• Proven experience delivering process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives

• Strong understanding of business process frameworks and value stream mapping

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage cross-functional stakeholders

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills at all levels

• Experience in using project methodologies and business analysis for process redesign

Click APPLY NOW or email your resume through to dylan.tasker@talentinternational.com

Our client is a leading national retailer currently seeking a Senior PMO Manager to help mature the project management office for a key eCommerce transformation program.

Your new role will see you working closely with the Head of Transformation to deliver improved governance, reporting and monitoring for a key transformation program. By refining processes and increasing delivery efficiency you will play a key role in the continuous success of the program. Your will also help unify project management standards, develop strategies for improved knowledge sharing and delivery governance and finance reports.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in establishing transformation PMO capabilities
• A coaching mindset to improve project management & PMO capabilities
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Prior retail industry experience is highly advantageous
• Formal project management accreditation’s are sort after
• Experience working within the eCommerce or Retail secotr is highly desirable

Our client is offering an initial 6 month contract with the view to extension. Offices are based in Melbourne’s inner suburbs with a requirement to be onsite 3 days per week.

For more information feel free to contact Rade Manojlovic at rade.manojlovic@talentinternational.com