Test Analyst

Te turanga - The role

The Test Analyst role will primarily be focussed on supporting the NZClear and ESAS change roadmaps. The role is responsible for preparing, running and interpreting the required testing for the applications and systems necessary to ensure that the payment and settlement systems function to optimal service levels to meet the RBNZ's and stakeholder needs.

The Test Analyst will also perform functional and non-functional testing as part of any projects undertaken that impact on the Payments Services (driven by the Bank or the Industry). You will provide a general level of application support for the NZClear and ESAS applications - assisting business operations, the ASTO team and project teams as and when required.

The role may be required to work outside core business hours and also it may require working on an after-hours on-call capacity to provide support for software releases and project implementations, as well as assisting with resolution of application issues.

This is a fixed term role through to January

O pukenga - About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Experience testing payment systems, preferably with SWIFT experience
• Experience testing security depository systems
• Solid Experience in software testing - ideally having achieved a level of software testing accreditation (ISTQB Foundation Certification)
• The ability to effectively communicate through both written and verbal means
• A good understanding of software testing tools and techniques and as appropriate for large and message-based application testing
• Effective time management to meet testing deadlines and priorities
• A strong attention to detail, the ability to meticulously review requirements and test cases to identify defects and issues

Core requirements for this role:

• Analytical thinking & problem-solving
• Understanding of testing processes
• Ability to plan, prioritise, and manage time effectively
• Ability to perform different kinds of tests (functional, regression, API, etc.)
• Adaptability / willingness to learn new tools and methods
• Patience, persistence, resilience under pressure
• Good documentation skills
• Ability to work well in a team and with diverse stakeholders

Ko wai matou - Who we are'

We're kaitiaki (guardians) of New Zealand's financial ecosystem - enabling economic wellbeing and prosperity for all New Zealanders. We do this by providing money and cash, helping to keep prices stable and people in work, maintaining safe banking and underpinning the financial system that allows New Zealand to spend, save, insure and do business.'

We do all we can to support, a sustainable, productive and efficient economy built on integrity, innovation and inclusion. We're building diversity and inclusion into everything we do. Our differences seed our innovation and help us deliver our best work - reflective of the needs of society. We welcome and value knowledge of Te Ao Maori, Te Tiriti and Tikanga.'

Nga painga - What we can offer you'

The Reserve Bank - Te Putea Matua has so much to offer. From flexible working to an inclusive and positive workplace culture, our benefits include additional leave options, a wellness package, working-from-home equipment subsidy, generous parental leave provisions, learning and development opportunities, and access to numerous social, networking and sporting activities.'

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Korero tapiri - Additional information'

We welcome all people and we want everyone to be able to equitably participate in our recruitment process. Get in touch with us if there are any barriers to you applying, or if you have access needs and require support or adjustments: email '

Me pehea te tuku tono - Interested?'

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Applications for this role close at midnight on Wednesday 17 December. Please include a cover letter outlining why you think you'll be a great fit for the role.' Whilst acknowledging the growing use of AI, we kindly ask that the information you provide outlines why you think you'll be a great fit for this role and authentically