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Team Lead, Software Test & Quality Assurance

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-30 → 2026-11-11
Security clearance required

Core

Lead a team of Software Test & Automation Engineers to ensure verified release of autonomous systems software across simulation, SIL, HIL, VIL, and flight-test environments.

Role type

Senior IC/Lead Software Test & Quality Assurance Engineer

Builds

Automated test frameworks, validation tooling, and release assurance evidence for Hivemind Vision and Hivemind Solutions

Domain

Defense technology, autonomous systems, robotics, aerospace

Required skills

Python, test automation architecture, CI/CD integration, requirements traceability, test strategy implementation, team leadership, simulation/SIL/HIL/VIL testing, Linux/Windows environment management

Preferred skills

Computer vision/perception testing, flight control systems (ArduPilot/PX4), unmanned aerial systems, real-time embedded software, airworthiness frameworks (DO-178C, AS9100)

Technologies

Python, Testrail, Cameo, DOORS, Polarion, Jira, Linux, Windows

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of test engineers; plan and prioritize test work across multiple programs; implement Australian software test strategy; own the software release process and release recommendations; set technical direction for automated test frameworks; coordinate flight testing; maintain test environments and traceability; develop quality metrics and dashboards.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities