Skill pathway
Software Testing
Technology
Testing software functionality, quality and reliability.
Why employers ask for Software Testing
Software Testing shows up in the skill requirements for 11 of the Australian careers we track, including Software Developer, Junior Web Developer, Data Engineer. 7 of the job listings currently on SkillHarbour name it as a requirement.
Where to learn Software Testing
Start here (beginner)
Simplilearn
Amazon Q Developer Beginner Training for Python
Nationally Recognised Training
Diploma of Laboratory Technology
University of Minnesota
Web and Mobile Testing with Selenium
Packt
Advanced Automation Frameworks and Testing with TestNG
University of Colorado Boulder
BiteSize Statistics for Intermediate Learners
Coursera
Transformers Unleashed: Master the Architecture of Modern AI
Coursera
Voice AI: Introduction to Building Voice Applications
Packt
Systems Acquisition, Development and Implementation
Coursera
Advanced Quantitative Statistics with Excel
Packt
Statistics & Mathematics for Data Science & Data Analytics
EDUCBA
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Professional Training
Microsoft Learn
Introduction to inclusive design in practice in collaboration with Teach Access
Microsoft
Microsoft Generative and Agentic AI Basics
Coursera
AI Model Development & Deployment
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate II in Horticulture
Coursera
Advanced Campaign & Channel Analytics
Coursera
Quantitative Finance & Risk Modeling
Board Infinity
Software Testing Fundamentals for ISTQB Exams Prep
Nationally Recognised Training
Ultrasonic Rail Testing Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Diploma of Engineering - Non-Destructive Testing
Packt
AI Strategies for Web Development
Coursera
Product Analytics Unlocked: Metrics to Meaningful Insight
Packt
Node.js Cookbook
Microsoft Learn
Accessibility fundamentals
Coursera
Generative AI for Marketing Execution
IBM
Security Analyst Fundamentals
Packt
React JS Masterclass - Go From Zero To Job Ready
IBM
IBM Systems and Solutions Architect
Coursera
AI-Powered Modern Marketing
Packt
Learn Selenium WebDriver with Java
Edureka
Java Programming
Coursera
Advanced Selling with AI & Emotional Intelligence
Total Seminars
CompTIA PenTest+
EDUCBA
Unity Editor Scripting: Design Custom Tools
L&T EduTech
Mastering Concrete Techniques
Microsoft Learn
Build an early-stage startup
SkillUp
GenAI for Software Developers
EDUCBA
Apply API Testing & Automation with Postman
DeepLearning.AI
Generative AI for Software Development
Nationally Recognised Training
Ultrasonic Points and Crossings Testing Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate II in ESI - Asset Inspection and Testing
EDUCBA
Apply Selenium Automation Testing Across Languages
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate III in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing
Nationally Recognised Training
Construction Materials Testing Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in Non-Destructive Testing
Microsoft Learn
Debug C# console applications (Get started with C#, Part 6)
Microsoft Learn
Create agents with Microsoft Copilot Studio - Online Workshop
Microsoft Learn
Demonstrate the capabilities of Microsoft Power Automate
Microsoft Learn
GitHub Copilot Fundamentals Part 1 of 2
Microsoft Learn
Dyslexia training, in partnership with Made By Dyslexia
Nationally Recognised Training
Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering (Materials Testing)
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in Lifting Equipment Testing and Inspection
SkillUp
Intermediate Java Development: Spring, Databases, Deployment
Nationally Recognised Training
Diploma of Aeroskills (Non-Destructive Testing)
Nationally Recognised Training
Point of care testing using capillary blood specimens
Microsoft Learn
Explore Microsoft 365 Copilot and agent administration
Nationally Recognised Training
MTA054 Ultrasonic thickness testing inspection approval for aerospace
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate II in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing
IBM
IBM Systems Analyst
Simplilearn
Multichannel Marketing - Email, Content and Mobile Marketing
University of California, Davis
Learn SQL Basics for Data Science
EDUCBA
Python for Data Analytics & Predictive Modeling
Microsoft Learn
AI security fundamentals
Microsoft Learn
DevOps foundations: The core principles and practices
Microsoft Learn
Perform basic administrative tasks for Microsoft 365 Copilot agents
Nationally Recognised Training
Testing for site contamination
Nationally Recognised Training
Advanced Diploma of Aviation Non-Destructive Testing
Nationally Recognised Training
Meat Industry Microbiological Testing Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Course in Safe Working Practices for Testing Low and High Voltage Distribution Power Cables
Microsoft Learn
Accessibility evaluation and testing
Hugging Face
Generative AI Development with Hugging Face
LearnKartS
Full Digital Marketing
EDUCBA
Java Unit Testing with JUnit
Packt
Machine Learning and Generative AI for Marketing
EDUCBA
IntelliJ IDEA Essentials: Build, Test, and Manage Projects
Microsoft
Microsoft Junior QA/Software Tester
EDUCBA
.NET Core Mastery: Advanced Techniques for Exp Developers
EDUCBA
Apply Financial Risk, Capital & Governance Analytics
Packt
Angular for Enterprise Applications
Packt
Mastering iOS 18 Development - Specialization
Coursera
Machine Learning Engineer: ML and Deep Learning Models
Packt
The Complete Ethical Hacking Bootcamp: Beginner To Advanced
Nationally Recognised Training
Course in the Application of Internet of Things for Electricians
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate III in Renewable Energy Industry Pathways
Nationally Recognised Training
Non-Destructive Testing - Level 2 NDT practitioner
Nationally Recognised Training
Diploma of Audiometry
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in Audiometry
Packt
Selenium WebDriver 4 with Java - Zero To Hero
Coursera
Level Up: Advanced SQL for Data Engineering
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in Offensive Cyber Security
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate III in Automotive Engine Reconditioning
Nationally Recognised Training
Examining Steel Structures Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate III in Motor Sport Technology
Pragmatic AI Labs
AI Tooling
Nationally Recognised Training
Chemical Pathology Skillset
Nationally Recognised Training
Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering
Nationally Recognised Training
Course in Electrical Fitting Trade Licensing
Nationally Recognised Training
Heritage Guard Skill Set
SkillUp
Product Management Certification
Nationally Recognised Training
Hydrometric Monitoring Basics Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Maintain Bridge Bearings Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Course in Decommissioning Solar PV for Safe Reuse or Recycling
Nationally Recognised Training
Furnishing Industry Compliance
Nationally Recognised Training
Haematology and Transfusion Skillset
Nationally Recognised Training
MTA050 Radiographic inspection approval for aerospace
Nationally Recognised Training
MTA048 Eddy current inspection approval for aerospace
Nationally Recognised Training
Racing Swab Attendant Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
MTA051 Basic visual liquid dye penetrant inspection approval for aerospace
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in Simulator Maintenance
IBM
IBM Cybersecurity Analyst
Microsoft Learn
Introduction to developing with finance and operations apps
Nationally Recognised Training
MTA046 Liquid penetrant inspection approval for aerospace
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate III in Heritage Locomotive Assistant or Steam Locomotive Fireman
Nationally Recognised Training
Pathology Multi-discipline Laboratory Skillset
Nationally Recognised Training
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Ear and Hearing Health Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in Psychological Support
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in Environmental Monitoring and Technology
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate III in Fire Protection
Nationally Recognised Training
Microbiology Skillset
Nationally Recognised Training
MTA047 Magnetic particle inspection approval for aerospace
Nationally Recognised Training
MTA053 Basic eddy current inspection approval for aerospace
Nationally Recognised Training
Electrical Safety Testing of Electrical Cord Connected Equipment and Cord Assemblies Skill Set
Microsoft
Microsoft JavaScript Starter Kit
LearnQuest
Generative AI for Cybersecurity
Microsoft Learn
Introduction to AI security testing
Amazon Web Services
AWS Generative AI Developer Advanced
Nationally Recognised Training
MTA055 Basic radiographic inspection approval for aerospace
Nationally Recognised Training
MTA049 Ultrasonic inspection approval for aerospace
Nationally Recognised Training
Advanced certification bridging
Nationally Recognised Training
MTA052 Basic magnetic particle inspection approval for aerospace
EDUCBA
Kali Linux: Ethical Hacking & Pentesting
Nationally Recognised Training
Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology
Nationally Recognised Training
Software Automation Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Telecommunications Networking Management Skill Set
Coursera
AI Marketing Analytics
Packt
Learn to Code with Python
Coursera
Open source Data Engineering with Spark, dbt & Airflow
Packt
CompTIA Security+ Certification (SY0-701): The Total Course
Nationally Recognised Training
Website Administration Specialist Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Advanced Cyber Incident Threat Detection and Prevention Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Allied Health Assistance - Audiometry Skill Set
Microsoft
Beginners Guide to C# Fundamentals
L&T EduTech
Piling Construction and practices
John Wiley & Sons
Linux All-In-One For Dummies
Packt
Managing Microsoft Teams (MS-700)
Coursera
Figma Mastery: From Wireframes to Prototypes
Coursera
Build Next-Gen LLM Apps with LangChain & LangGraph
Packt
Mastering Machine Learning Algorithms using Python
LearnQuest
Vibe Coding and Agentic Engineering
University of Colorado Boulder
FPGA Design for Embedded Systems
Coursera
Building Smarter Software: GenAI Tools and Practices
Pragmatic AI Labs
Enterprise AI and Data Engineering with Databricks
EDUCBA
Operational Risk and Financial Resilience
EDUCBA
Modern Web Development Specialization
Vanderbilt University
Generative AI Assistants
Microsoft Learn
Create your first agent in Microsoft Copilot Studio - Online workshop
Packt
Master Inventory System – Unity 6 & Blender
Packt
Advanced Security and Troubleshooting
Coursera
GenAI for Front-End Developers
EDUCBA
Master XPath Querying for XML and Automation
Microsoft Learn
Review the principles of code debugging and exception handling
University of Colorado System
Fundamentals of Computer Network Security
Microsoft Learn
Implement Dynamics 365 Projects
Packt
Learn Spring Boot in 100 Steps - Beginner to Expert
University of Colorado System
Secure Software Design
EDUCBA
Predictive Analytics & Modeling with Minitab
University of California, Irvine
An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT)
Board Infinity
ISTQB Technical Test Analyst Preparation
Chris Croft Training
Launch and Grow Your Business - Entrepreneurial Leadership
University of Michigan
User Experience Research and Design
Board Infinity
Software Quality Assurance and Testing
Packt
Selenium WebDriver with Java and Frameworks for all levels
IBM
Generative AI for UI UX Design
EDUCBA
Risk Management and Financial Analysis
John Wiley & Sons
CISSP For Dummies
LearnKartS
Jenkins - From Zero to Hero
Packt
Selenium WebDriver 4 with Python - Zero To Hero
Microsoft Learn
Develop with DevOps
Coursera
Software QA & Test Automation Engineering
Vanderbilt University
Android App Development
Packt
Harnessing LLMs & Text-Embeddings API with Google Vertex AI
Microsoft Learn
Learn how Microsoft safeguards customer data
EDUCBA
Private Equity & Venture Capital
Packt
The Ultimate Kali Linux Book
Packt
Scalable Application Development with NestJS
KPMG India
KPMG India Business Analyst in the Age of AI
EDUCBA
Operations and Lean Management
John Wiley & Sons
Learn Secure Coding with Bob and Alice
EDUCBA
Quantitative Finance & Financial Analytics
Packt
Selenium Python Automation Testing and Frameworks
Microsoft Learn
Operate with DevOps
Packt
Mastering Node.js Web Development
Microsoft
Microsoft Azure Security Tools Specialization
Packt
Tools and Skills for .NET 8
Coursera
LLM Optimization & Evaluation
Packt
Node.js Design Patterns
University of Minnesota
Software Testing and Automation
EDUCBA
Credit, Market & Liquidity Risk
Microsoft Learn
Work smarter with an agent in Microsoft Copilot Studio
Microsoft
Microsoft Advanced Analytics Techniques with Generative AI
Packt
Agentic AI Systems: Design, Build and Deploy
Packt
Generative AI with LangChain
Edureka
Mastering Backend Development with Node.js
EDUCBA
Project Finance, Loan and Cash Flow Modeling
Coursera
AI Security: Security in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Edureka
Building Web Applications with Angular
Perplexity
AI-powered Financial Research with Perplexity
Edureka
Software Testing and Quality Engineering
Google Cloud
Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow
Johns Hopkins University
Introduction to Ethical Hacking
Go further
Claude Academy
The AI-native SDLC playbook
Microsoft Learn
Manage and secure Power BI
Microsoft Learn
Architect AI solutions for business productivity
Microsoft Learn
Get started with AI-assisted development
Microsoft Learn
Develop unit tests using GitHub Copilot tools
Microsoft Learn
Manage testing AI-powered business solutions
Microsoft Learn
Deploy and maintain data pipelines and workloads with Azure Databricks
Microsoft Learn
Secure, optimize, and deploy database solutions
Microsoft Learn
AZ-400: Implement CI with Azure Pipelines and GitHub Actions
Microsoft Learn
Use advance techniques in canvas apps to perform custom updates and optimization
Microsoft Learn
AZ-400: Implement continuous feedback
Microsoft Learn
Secure data access in Power BI
Microsoft Learn
Design ALM process for AI-powered business solutions
Microsoft Learn
View, troubleshoot, and improve app performance for Power Apps canvas apps
Microsoft Learn
Solution Architect: Design Microsoft Power Platform solutions
Microsoft Learn
Implement A/B testing and progressive exposure deployment
Microsoft Learn
Automate Azure Load Testing by using GitHub
Microsoft Learn
Develop using Power Apps and Power Automate for Dynamics 365 Business Central
Microsoft Learn
Extend Microsoft SharePoint – Associate
Microsoft Learn
Implement finance and operations apps
Microsoft Learn
Migrate data and go live with finance and operations apps
Microsoft Learn
Use the UI and controls in a canvas app in Power Apps
Microsoft Learn
Design and implement a pipeline strategy
Microsoft Learn
Operationalize generative AI applications (GenAIOps)
Microsoft Learn
Design evaluation frameworks for multi-agent solutions with Microsoft Foundry
Microsoft Learn
Monitor, evaluate, and operate multi-agent AI solutions in Azure
Careers that use Software Testing
Software Developer
$95k – $150k · needed at level 3 of 5
Junior Web Developer
$70k – $95k · needed at level 3 of 5
Data Engineer
$125k – $160k · needed at level 3 of 5
Front End Developer
$90k – $140k · needed at level 3 of 5
Multimedia Specialists and Web Developers
$129k · needed at level 3 of 5
ICT Support and Test Engineers
$110k · needed at level 3 of 5
Electronics Engineers
$144k · needed at level 3 of 5
Database and Systems Administrators, and ICT Security Specialists
$128k · needed at level 3 of 5
ICT Business and Systems Analysts
$140k · needed at level 3 of 5
Software and Applications Programmers
$132k · needed at level 3 of 5
Computer Network Professionals
$120k · needed at level 3 of 5
Jobs asking for Software Testing
- Senior Applied AI EngineerCulture Amp · Sydney, NSWSalary not published
- Senior Applied AI EngineerCulture Amp · Melbourne, VICSalary not published
- Digital Software EngineerASX Limited · AustraliaSalary not published
- Staff Software Engineer - ExportCanva · Sydney, NSWSalary not published
- Staff Software Engineer - Experiments Platform (AU remote)Canva · Adelaide, SASalary not published
- Staff Software Engineer - Experiments Platform (AU remote)Canva · Brisbane, QLDSalary not published
- Staff Software Engineer - Experiments Platform (AU remote)Canva · Melbourne, VICSalary not published