Senior Test Engineer (Platform)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026. Vista scores A on the Alion truth index.
We are looking for a senior level Test Engineer who is detail-oriented and puts quality in the forefront.
This role sits within our Platform team with a focus on Service Experience, working in an agile team focusing on modern frontend, backend and cloud environments.
About the role
- Ensure that testing deliverables are effective and measurable, for efficiency and accuracy
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of our System Test strategy
- Work closely with, and help guide, a dynamic and very collaborative team
- Test backend and front-end applications
- Ensure System Test Frameworks are fit for purpose, efficient, scalable, and maintainable and applicable to the CI/CD strategy
- Ensure automation code is treated as production code and meets re-usability and standardisation requirements
- Set up performance testing scenarios and run to simulate loads for concurrent users
Requirements
We have a lot of sophisticated software and need clever, fast-thinking problem solvers who enjoy making sense of complexity and achieving results in good time.
- Good understanding of black box testing, white box testing, and test automation
- Proven development experience with programming languages and concepts (C#, PowerShell script)
- Proven experience delivering complex automated test solutions to budget, time, and quality requirements
- Experience working in a CI/CD environment across multiple environments
- Familiarity with networks, performance, and secure software coding practices
- Practical, and current, experience with a range of open source and commercial test automation technologies (e.g. SpecFlow, JMeter, Selenium, Postman) across modern front-end, back-end, and Cloud environments
For this role, we are currently only considering applicants with the right to live and work in New Zealand without the need for employer sponsorship.
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.
Shared Standards
Our Shared Standards act as a compass for how we work together and reflect the behaviours we value at Vista Group. The way in which each member of our crew embodies these Shared Standards is an indicator for performance and success, as it aligns with our vision and strategy.
One Crew
We're a diverse team, in different places and functions, and we're at our best when we connect, help and collaborate
Shine a Light
We communicate openly, we explain the why, and we ask when we don't understand. We don't leave people in the dark
Make it Happen
We make good things happen as people and as teams through our focus on delivery
Chase Great
We challenge ourselves and each other to keep improving.
Benefits
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 1-2 days attendance per week 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 you enjoy a challenge and working in a dynamic and collaborative team, you’ll love working at Vista.
We value inclusivity celebrate diversity and are committed to offering equal opportunity to our staff and candidates - regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, religious, ethical beliefs or political opinion. This commitment is reflected in all our employment policies and procedures.