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We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens. 

Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration. 

As a company, we’re passionate about what we do and the citizens we help to serve. If you too would like to help champion the use of technology in public services, to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organisations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve growth in your career whilst making a real difference to people and communities.  

Why you'll love this role as Software Test Engineer at Civica

As a Software Test Engineer, you will collaborate with a cross-functional team of software engineers to implement automated solutions that proactively identify potential issues early in the development process. You’ll take ownership of designing, developing, and continuously enhancing test infrastructure and frameworks, ensuring your team has the right tools to deliver high-quality products to our users.

You will take a proactive approach to ensuring overall product quality within your functional domain, lead the testing community by developing standards, mentoring software test engineers, and promoting best practices. You’ll be responsible for tackling complex and critical testing scenarios, troubleshooting and resolving intricate issues to ensure seamless software delivery.

You’ll design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for web applications (including cross-browser compatibility), API, and backend systems to ensure high-quality and reliable software releases. Conducting API testing using tools such as Postman, Insomnia, or K6, you’ll validate both the functional and performance aspects of services. Your role will also involve collaborating with product managers, designers, and other colleagues to enhance product design, testability, and implementation strategies.

You will work closely with development teams to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring efficient and streamlined workflows. Your participation in code reviews will help drive continuous improvements in test automation quality, while you’ll also analyse test results, report bugs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues quickly and effectively.

Additionally, you will identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness. You may also be involved in recruitment processes, including conducting technical assessments when needed.

Your expertise and leadership will play a key role in shaping Civica’s approach to quality, ensuring that our testing standards drive excellent customer outcomes and the delivery of reliable, user-focused software.

Requirements

What you will need to be successful in this role

• Experience in test automation, specialising in developing and maintaining reliable and scalable automated test frameworks
• Experience in web app automation using Playwright, Selenium or Cypress
• Proficiency in Typescript/Javascript to be able to write effective Playwright test automation
• Understand and validate basic database queries to support end-to-end testing.
• Solid understanding of API architectures, including REST and gRPC, with expertise in testing and validating API requests and responses
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests with CI/CD tools
• Collaborate with developers, designers in Agile sprints to support early testing and quality assurance.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
• Experience with Agile development methodologies
• Proficiency in .NET (C#) is preferred
• Knowledge of containerisation tools (e.g. Docker) and orchestration frameworks (e.g., Kubernetes)

Benefits

Why you'll love working with us.

We know that when our people are happy, they will work better and have greater work satisfaction. Here's what you can expect:

We're all different -  and we love this about us.

We provide an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment to all Civicans  - there are heaps of opportunities to enable you to grow and be your best.   

Giving culture -  we encourage you to "give back" with benefits such as our Days of Difference leave where you can volunteer for a charity of your choice.

Flexible Work -  we have the technology and tools to support you to work from home and come into our offices now and then to catch up and socialise with colleagues.

Apply for this job  - Become part of something special Do you see yourself in this role? If so, then we would love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. In fact, we strongly believe that diversity of experience contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better company and better outcomes.

We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens. 

Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration. 

As a company, we’re passionate about what we do and the citizens we help to serve. If you too would like to help champion the use of technology in public services, to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organisations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve growth in your career whilst making a real difference to people and communities.

Why you'll love this role as Software Test Engineer at Civica

As a Software Test Engineer, you will collaborate with a cross-functional team of software engineers to implement automated solutions that proactively identify potential issues early in the development process. You’ll take ownership of designing, developing, and continuously enhancing test infrastructure and frameworks, ensuring your team has the right tools to deliver high-quality products to our users.

You will take a proactive approach to ensuring overall product quality within your functional domain, lead the testing community by developing standards, mentoring software test engineers, and promoting best practices. You’ll be responsible for tackling complex and critical testing scenarios, troubleshooting and resolving intricate issues to ensure seamless software delivery.

You’ll design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for web applications (including cross-browser compatibility), API, and backend systems to ensure high-quality and reliable software releases. Conducting API testing using tools such as Postman, Insomnia, or K6, you’ll validate both the functional and performance aspects of services. Your role will also involve collaborating with product managers, designers, and other colleagues to enhance product design, testability, and implementation strategies.

You will work closely with development teams to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring efficient and streamlined workflows. Your participation in code reviews will help drive continuous improvements in test automation quality, while you’ll also analyse test results, report bugs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues quickly and effectively.

Additionally, you will identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness. You may also be involved in recruitment processes, including conducting technical assessments when needed.

Your expertise and leadership will play a key role in shaping Civica’s approach to quality, ensuring that our testing standards drive excellent customer outcomes and the delivery of reliable, user-focused software.

We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens. 

Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration. 

As a company, we’re passionate about what we do and the citizens we help to serve. If you too would like to help champion the use of technology in public services, to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organisations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve growth in your career whilst making a real difference to people and communities.

Civica is on the lookout for a highly motivated and dynamic Software Engineer, someone who not only possesses extensive experience across a diverse range of technologies and platforms but also showcases a strong passion for innovation and problem-solving. We seek an individual who is eager to immerse themselves in the exciting environment of a multicultural software company, where collaboration and creativity are highly valued.

If you thrive in diverse teams and are driven by the opportunity to make a significant impact through your technical expertise, we would love to hear from you. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining an existing code base and for investigating, fixing and testing existing software problems.

Why you'll love this role as Software Engineer (Delphi) at Civica

We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens.  

Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration.  

As a company, we’re passionate about what we do and the citizens we help to serve. If you too would like to help champion the use of technology in public services, to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organisations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve growth in your career whilst making a real difference to people and communities. 

Why you will love this opportunity as Senior Software Engineer at Civica 

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will hold the exciting responsibility of developing, writing and maintaining testing code in alignment with the strategic roadmap set forth by the Product Management team. As an essential part of the Engineering Team, you will actively participate in technical discussions, engage in thorough design reviews, and take on challenging problem-solving endeavours.

• Analyze new requirements and provide impact analysis addressing technical design and identifying individual tasks
• Architect, design and implement solutions for requirements.
• Setting up CI/CD pipelines and Continuous integration & delivery of the application to Dev/Test/PROD environments.
• Design and coding of new facilities
• Communication of technical details that impact fulfilment of requirements.
• Iterative development of software with responsiveness to constructive feedback.
• Provide 3rd line application support against agreed service levels including the implementation of bug fixes
• Develop and maintain code to a high standard within IT development and maintenance projects.
• Troubleshoot and problem-solve support issues as they arise and as directed by the CIVICA Engineering Manager.
• Perform code reviews, coach fellow engineers, and champion Agile and modern development practices.
• Perform unit testing of work.
• Write documentation and comment code as required.
• Ensure code is properly version-controlled.
• Comply with corporate test processes and ISO 9001 Quality Management System.

Requirements

What you will do to be successful in this role:

• Must have minimum 4+ years of relevant experience
• Strong background in .Net development, including .Net Core, C#, and Angular.
• Self-motivated individual who can work independently, as well as being a strong team collaborator
• Capability to operate at both detailed and conceptual levels
• Advocacy for Agile methodologies and collaborative teamwork.
• Hands-on experience with cloud-based applications.
• Proven ability to develop secure and performant software solutions.
• Track record of delivering commitments on time and quality

Skills Required:

• .NET and .NET Framework using C#- 4 + Years
• Net Web API- 4 + Years
• Databases (SQL Server)- 4 + Years
• Javascript / Typescript-4 + Years
• Front-end frameworks (VueJs preferred)- 4 + Years
• Unit Testing (XUnit/NUnit/ MSTest)- 2 + Years
• Docker + Kubernetes- 1 + Years
• Azure DevOps – Pipelines, Artifacts, Repos -1 + Years
• Azure (AppInsights, Storage, KeyVault, etc.)-1 + Years
• E2E Testing (Playwright preferred)- 1 + years
• ORM (Entity Framework/ Dapper/ NHibernate/ ADO.Net)- 1 + years

Benefits

Why you'll love working with us 

We know that when our people are happy, they will work better and have greater work satisfaction. Here's what you can expect: 

We're all different  - and we love this about us. 

We provide an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment to all Civicans - there are heaps of opportunities to enable you to grow and be your best. 

Giving culture  - we encourage you to "give back" with benefits such as our Days of Difference leave where you can volunteer for a charity of your choice. 

Flexible Work  - Flexible work – we have the technology and tools to support you to work from home and come into our offices now and then to catch up and socialise with colleagues. 

Apply for this job  - Become part of something special Do you see yourself in this role? If so, then we would love to hear from you. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. In fact, we strongly believe that diversity of experience contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better company and better outcomes. We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team wherever we can, and we actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of it.

We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens.

Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration.

As a company, we’re passionate about what we do and the citizens we help to serve. If you too would like to help champion the use of technology in public services, to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organisations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve growth in your career whilst making a real difference to people and communities. 

Why you will love this opportunity as Senior Software Engineer at Civica 

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will hold the exciting responsibility of developing, writing and maintaining testing code in alignment with the strategic roadmap set forth by the Product Management team. As an essential part of the Engineering Team, you will actively participate in technical discussions, engage in thorough design reviews, and take on challenging problem-solving endeavours.

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Programme Leader in Public Policy with AI (Freelance & Online)

Emeritus is committed to teaching the skills of the future by making high-quality education accessible and affordable to individuals, companies, and governments around the world. It does this by collaborating with more than 80 top-tier universities across the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, India and China.

Emeritus’ short courses, degree programs, professional certificates, and senior executive programs help individuals learn new skills and transform their lives, companies and organizations. Its unique model of state-of-the-art technology, curriculum innovation, and hands-on instruction from senior faculty, mentors and coaches has educated more than 300,000 individuals across 80+ countries.

Founded in 2015, Emeritus, part of Eruditus Group, has more than 1,800 employees globally and offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai, Singapore, Palo Alto, Mexico City, New York, Boston, London, and Dubai. The company is backed by prominent investors including Accel, SoftBank Vision Fund 2, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Leeds Illuminate, Prosus Ventures, Sequoia Capital India, and Bertelsmann.

Role: Programme Leader in Public Policy with Emeritus in collaboration with NUS Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (Freelance & Online)

About Programme Leader:

The Programme Leader is a subject matter expert and shapes the student experience, guiding students through their learning journey. Candidates must have industry experience, demonstrated knowledge of the programme subject area, strong interpersonal skills, and previous experience in teaching, mentoring or any other instructional role.

This is a contractor position for 5 masterclasses.

Course Description:

The Public Policy Programme from NUS Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy offers a unique understanding of frameworks, processes, implementations, and evaluation strategies for effective policy making in the changing and challenging social, political, economic conditions. The Programme enables learning of comprehensive coverage of all aspects related to the overall cycle of Public Policy design and implementation. Also, participants will learn to implement hands-on elements like impact assessment, preparing policy memos briefs.

Responsibilities of the Programme Leader include but are not limited to:

• Conduct five 90-minute live online masterclasses on the topics mentioned below, tailored to a diverse, global participant cohort.
• Design and structure content in alignment with programme learning outcomes and participant seniority (policy practitioners and decision-makers).
• Provide grading and feedback for final Capstone Projects , evaluating application of course concepts to real-world policy challenges.
• Collaborate with the course support team for session planning, tech checks, and participant engagement.
• Address learner queries during or after sessions, as relevant.

To succeed in this role as a Programme Leader you will need:

Professional Experience

• Subject-Matter Expertise in AI, Data Science, and/or Public Policy with demonstrable experience at the intersection of technology and governance.
• Professional Experience in delivering executive education or masterclasses, preferably in public policy, AI application, or regulatory innovation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage mid-to-senior level professionals across regions and sectors.
• Global perspective and awareness of policy frameworks and AI use cases across developed and emerging markets.

Educational Background

• Advanced degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, International Relations, Law, or a closely related field from a recognized institution. A Ph.D. or equivalent is highly preferred.

Engagement Terms

• Total Sessions: 5
• Session Duration: 90 minutes each (live, virtual)
• Capstone Evaluation: Involves grading and feedback on participant projects
• Delivery Period: Within the programme window starting 30th Sept on weekends preferably first half.

Masterclass Topics and Tentative Flow

• Fundamentals of AI and Generative AI
• AI and Public Policy
• AI and Policy Evaluation
• Policy Implementation with AI
• AI Future, Risks, and Governance

Each session is expected to include a mix of:

• Expert presentation
• Real-world case examples
• Interactive participant Q&A/discussion
• Optional breakout discussions (depending on cohort size

Emeritus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state laws.

About us

slice, India’s leading consumer payments and credit platform, has now merged with North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB), marking a significant step into the banking sector. Trusted by over 18 million Indians, we are on a mission to build the most loved bank in India—offering simple, transparent, and customer-first banking.

About the team

Our Public Policy team plays a critical role in navigating the regulatory environment and ensuring alignment with slice’s business goals within India’s policy framework. This team works closely with government bodies, regulatory departments and other relevant stakeholders to achieve slice’s objectives. By leading our engagement efforts, the team ensures that slice remains compliant and competitive in the markets we operate in.

What You will do

• Provide direction and guidance on policy strategies that align with slice’s business goals.
• Represent slice’s interests with regulatory bodies, industry associations, and other stakeholders at local, state, and national levels
• Monitor and analyse legislative and regulatory developments to identify emerging opportunities and challenges that may impact the business.
• Provide strategic, data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership on key policy matters, ensuring proactive decision-making.
• Develop and implement strategies to address critical legislative, regulatory and public policy proposals.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in policy-related matters, offering both tactical and strategic advice to senior leadership.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across regulatory, industry, and business networks.
• Actively engage with industry associations and forums to advocate for slice’s priorities and contribute to shaping relevant policy frameworks.

What you will need

• 5+ years of experience in public policy and regulatory affairs, with a strong focus on the Indian market.
• A strong network of stakeholders, including at senior levels, with a demonstrated ability to effectively and comfortably interact at the highest levels.
• An extensive understanding of the policy climate in India, with an informed global perspective, combined with sound and practical business judgment and common sense.
• An ability to anticipate emerging issues of importance to the company, communicating their impact on slice to senior management, and developing a strategy to address them effectively.
• Ability to identify and understand key technical aspects pertaining to corporate operations in legislative and regulatory proposals, understand business implications, and synthesize policy documents for internal and external customers.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build consensus and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Sound business judgment and a practical approach to policy development and regulatory compliance.

Life at slice

Life so good, you’d think we’re kidding:

• Competitive salaries. Period.
• An extensive medical insurance that looks out for our employees & their dependents. We’ll love you and take care of you, our promise.
• Flexible working hours. Just don’t call us at 3AM, we like our sleep schedule.
• Tailored vacation & leave policies so that you enjoy every important moment in your life.
• A reward system that celebrates hard work and milestones throughout the year. Expect a gift coming your way anytime you kill it here.
• Learning and upskilling opportunities. Seriously, not kidding.
• Good food, games, and a cool office to make you feel at home. An environment so good, you’ll forget the term “colleagues can’t be your friends”.