Test Engineer - Platform

We’re looking for an intermediate to senior Test Engineer to join our Platform Team, with a key focus on our platform modernisation and stabilisation initiatives.

You’ll predominantly be involved in technical, backend testing, with an approximate 60% manual / 40% automation split. The work is almost entirely focused on backend libraries and services, with no front-end testing involved.

This is an ideal role for an experienced tester with an interest in cloud platform solutions, who is looking to further develop their automation testing experience.

About Vista

Vista is a world-leading company that makes software for the cinema industry. Started in Auckland, New Zealand, over 25 years ago, we now serve cinemas, film distributors, and moviegoers worldwide.

Our HQ is in the City Works Depot in Auckland. We have offices and subsidiary companies in Sydney, Los Angeles, London, Amsterdam, Cape Town, Shanghai, Mexico City, and Kuala Lumpur. We use the latest technologies and offer a fun, agile and collaborative environment. We continue to innovate and build our reputation as one of the best Kiwi tech companies to work for.

We’re looking for:

• A variety of backend testing with a focus on containers, deployments, APIs, authentication, access tokens etc...
• We need experience in functional, non-functional, regression and security
• Familiar with modern coding standards/practices and DevOps, CI/CD pipelines
• Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes
• Experience with testing tools like JMeter, Postman, or other similar tools would be advantageous.
• Exposure to C# / .Net would be beneficial
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, and a proven ability to write clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and test cases

For this particular role, we are currently only considering applicants with the right to live and work in New Zealand without the need for employer sponsorship.

You will be supported to continually learn and improve your tech skills, share knowledge and ideas in the team, and be part of a dynamic and open culture.

We have a range of benefits that include:

• Excellent work/life balance, including a 4 ½ day working week
• Hybrid working (home and office-based split, requiring regular weekly attendance in the Auckland office)
• Medical and Life insurance (after qualifying period)
• Volunteer day, enhanced paid parental leave and wellness benefits
• Strong mentoring & career development focus
• Fun team events including the Vista Innovation Cup

If this sounds like you, get in touch to find out more

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