Senior Automation Tester

⁠⁠⁠The Senior Automation Tester will take the lead in establishing effective test automation technologies, practices and execution across a suite of new leading-edge strategic technology solutions being delivered by the NDIA ICT branch, including cloud hosted platforms, Mobile applications, CRM portals and more. The role will be located at the NDIA's office on Collins Street in Melbourne.

Working closely with the Test Manager, the Senior Automation Tester establishes approaches for test code development and integrates test automation with Scrum workflow and build processes. They will also help complement and uplift testing practises in some “legacy” testing streams through introduction of automation.

Key responsibilities include:
- Evaluation and recommendation of test automation technology selection and strategy (including framework selection and coding language)
- Design and implement automation frameworks, ensuring usability, effectiveness, efficiency and maintainability are met. Frameworks must support backend and UI components, with a particular emphasis on Accessibility
- Set standards for writing test code and automation coding principles to be used across the team
- Support in-Sprint delivery of automated tests meeting acceptance criteria and enable Definition of Done
- Write tests and supporting automation code
- Oversee the continual improvement of automation testing practices
- Manage risks and issues related to the provision of automated tests
- Support the Test Manager to train others in test automation.

Core competencies of the candidate:
- Expert “hands-on” technical proficiency in the principles and practical application of automation testing, test frameworks, CI/CD
- Analytical, and attention to detail
- Passion for driving quality through testing and automation
- Ability to work with a high degree of role autonomy and “can do” attitude.