Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Digital Solutions. A team you’ll want to be a part of.

When you join Digital Solutions, you’ll be part of a team that delivers impact by enhancing digital experiences for the graduates of tomorrow, researchers of today and all those working to make it a brighter future. 

But we know it’s not just what you do that matters, it’s who you do it with. Our people will tell you – our team sets us apart. We promise a supportive and friendly environment where you’ll collaborate to make an impact.

Make it matter. Join Digital Solutions at Griffith.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Senior Test Analyst to play a key role in migrating Griffith’s enterprise data warehouse to the cloud. In this position, you will develop and implement test strategies to ensure the quality and integrity of data throughout the migration process.

Reporting to the Product Manager for Data and Analytics Platforms, you will join an experienced and collaborative Data Engineering team. This is an opportunity to contribute to our cloud data warehouse migration while gaining access to custom upskilling and training as part of our journey toward modernizing Griffith’s data ecosystem.

You should be detail-oriented, meticulous, and passionate about delivering accurate and reliable results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand and follow project requirements.
• Develop comprehensive test scripts, scenarios, and plans aligned with project objectives.
• Execute test cases and document test results.
• Perform in-depth data analysis to identify patterns, anomalies, and issues.
• Monitor and communicate progress on test delivery.
• Collaborate with vendors, Griffith subject matter experts (SMEs), project team members, and stakeholders.
• Track, report, and resolve issues to closure.

Technical Skills Required:

• Proven experience in technical testing, particularly with databases.
• Proficiency in SQL, including PL/SQL and T-SQL, for database querying and validation.

Desirable Experience:
Experience in any of the following areas will be highly regarded:

• Python for automation and scripting.
• DevOps principles and tools.
• Azure technologies, including Azure Database, Dedicated SQL Pool, and Data Lake.
• Synapse Analytics for advanced data solutions.
• A solid understanding of data warehouse concepts and principles.

About You
You will bring a combination of technical expertise, analytical skills, and strong stakeholder management capabilities to the role.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• A relevant degree coupled with significant experience in data analysis and testing.
• Strong programming skills, particularly in SQL and Python.
• Expertise in analyzing data and identifying patterns, anomalies, and data quality issues.
• Familiarity with Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes to ensure seamless data transformation and loading.
• Experience evaluating data systems and processes for potential improvements.
• High-level communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholders across diverse organizational levels.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with tools like SSMS, Azure, Synapse Analytics, or dbt (data build tool).
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving data quality issues.
• A meticulous approach to identifying and documenting issues in data pipelines.

What we can offer

This position is a 2 year, fixed term role based at Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other locations. 

Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

HEW Level 8 range $110,939 - $124,803 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $129,799 - $146,020 per annum.

Why join Griffith?

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
• Opportunities for internal mobility
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:

• A covering statement outlining your suitability for the role referring to the Qualifications listed above.
• Current curriculum vitae, including name and contact details addressing each point in the position description.

Further Information
For further information about this role, please contact Peter Minnie, Product Manager, Data and Analytics Platforms: [email protected]

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Laura Whitworth, Talent Acquisition Partner via [email protected]

Closing date: Sunday 2nd February @ 11.59PM. All applications must be submitted online.

Note to recruitment agencies, please no unsolicited messages to be sent to our hiring team. All recruitment at Griffith University is managed internally.