Job Summary

• The Global Test Developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality assessments that meet internationally recognised psychometric standards.
• The successful candidate will leverage research, statistical analysis, historical assessment data, and responsible AI tools to create assessments that are scientifically sound, commercially valuable, and scalable.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, validate, and maintain psychometric assessments aligned with international best practices.
• Create new assessment content and enhance existing test batteries across multiple competency areas.
• Analyse candidate response data using psychometric methods to evaluate item quality, reliability, validity, and fairness.
• Utilise AI tools to accelerate assessment development while ensuring rigorous human review and psychometric validation.
• Manage and continuously improve the organisation's assessment item bank through documentation, version control, and quality assurance processes.
• Conduct research into emerging trends in assessment science, psychometrics, and AI to support product innovation.
• Collaborate with Product, Technology, Operations, Sales, and external subject matter experts in developing new assessment solutions.
• Monitor assessment performance and recommend data-driven improvements.
• Prepare technical reports and present research findings to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance, ethical, and data protection standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Statistics, Data Science, Actuarial Science, or a related discipline minimum Second Class Upper.
• 4–7 years of experience in psychometric test development, assessment design, applied research, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or SPSS.

Desirable Skills
Experience in one or more of the following areas will be an advantage:

• Classical Test Theory CTT
• Item Response Theory IRT
• Python, R, or SQL
• Computer-Based Testing CBT
• Online Proctoring Technologies
• Computerized Adaptive Testing CAT
• Practical use of Generative AI tools for research or assessment development.

Why Join Dragnet? 

• Be part of one of Africa's leading assessment and talent technology organisations.
• Shape innovative assessment products used by leading organisations.
• Work with cutting-edge AI and psychometric methodologies.
• Hybrid working environment with opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
• Competitive remuneration and career development opportunities.