[Jobs] JOB: (Chatswood, NSW) Assurance Engineer / Perl Prog, Full Time

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Assurance Engineer / Perl Prog, Full Time

A hands-on programming & support role highly focused on developing systems to manage and automate OptusNet’s test environments. Expert-level Perl programming skills are required with a heavy emphasis on networking and Internet related protocols. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY 

Automation: 
Develop systems to automate the test environment 

Communication: 
Quickly develop expertise in Optusnet’s systems to provide good advice/consultation to other teams/departments on all things concerning test environments. 

Delivery:
Execute software releases. Close problem reports in a timely manner. 

Specific tests:
Develop functional specific regression tests for all known systems 

Documentation: 
Contribute to the test environment documentation. Develop and adhere to documentation processes for test infrastructure. 

Web Tools: 
Develop web tools for Infrastructure Quality & Test teams 


MAJOR CHALLENGES / PROBLEM SOLVING

Work as a member of the Infrastructure Quality team according to the priorities of that team 
Make technical decisions with regards to design within the test environment. 
Identify and fix faults within all test environments

OTHER INFORMATION 

The successful applicant will have a very high skill level in perl programming. A written test will be given during the first interview. Only applicants with a very good result in the test will get a second interview. 


QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE 

Knowledge and experience 

Essential 

Perl programming – Highly competent 
Internet protocols and services – Advanced understanding 
Linux / Unix – Highly Competent 
Test Environments & Methodologies – Advanced
Desirable

Desktop Office tools 
Database Knowledge (PostgreSQL and MYSQL in particular) 
Knowledge of ISP environment and processes 
Knowledge a significant data centre 
An appropriate tertiary qualification 
Documentation skills 
Knowledge of HTML 
Knowledge of LDAP 
Knowledge of Apache 
Understanding of the software development lifecycle 
Knowledge of Javascript 
Knowledge of Mason
Professional skills 

Essential 

Aware of and follow business values 
Effective written and oral communication skills 
Ability to adapt to sudden changes in priorities and workload 
Ability to exercise independent & effective judgment and to work unsupervised 
Analytical and problem solving skills 
Commitment to continuously improve productivity and customer service levels 
Ability to work under pressure and to imposed deadlines
Behavioural 

Essential 

Be performance driven 
Show respect for the individual 
Demonstrate exceptional teamwork skills: Desire to contribute to and work effectively within a team environment 
Be customer focused 
Be results oriented 
Show an ability to win the trust and respect of individuals in the group 
Demonstrate a willingness to take ownership of solutions 
Show Initiative: An orientation towards anticipating problems and committing to a course of action 
Demonstrate Innovation: Ability to generate creative solutions for work situations; encourage and embrace new and untested approaches 
Make a commitment to Quality Assurance: An orientation as an individual, set an example for others to work accurately and seek continual improvement in satisfying personal and business needs. 
Be performance driven 
Show respect for the individual 
Be customer focussed 
Be results oriented 
Maintain a positive outlook 
Demonstrate flexibility: A preparedness to change ideas and behaviours when faced with conflicting information or new circumstances 
Drive to Excel: A desire to do things well and to exceed previous standards 
Concern for Credibility: Consistently deliver what has been promised; answers questions honestly and non-defensively 
Open Communication: Preparedness to express and share knowledge and views on a continual basis 
Emphasise collaboration and the development of win/win partnerships – strong team player 
Possess strong goal orientation and strive for optimum performance 
Be Solutions focused 
Demonstrate creative/lateral thinking 
Exhibit determination, tenacity and perseverance 
Display a disciplined but flexible approach to problem solving 
Exhibit and require the highest ethical standards and integrity 
Value personal integrity 
Demonstrate continual self-development: Motivation to enhance own skills and competencies for current and future roles and embark upon self development activities

Contact: martin.faherty at optus.com.au
Applications close: 31st December 2006