Lead Automation Test Engineer – AI-Driven Cloud & DevOps

Softtest Pays Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

NDIA OCIO is seeking an EL1 Senior Automation Test Engineer in Australia. The role leads test automation strategy and implements frameworks across cloud, mobile, CRM and more, aligning with Scrum, DevOps and broader digital transformation initiatives.

The Senior Test Automation Consultant will work with the Test Manager to establish approaches for test code development, enhance testing practices, and drive automation across legacy streams while leveraging AI tools to improve efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and recommend 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.
• Leverage AI tools and practices to enhance efficiencies

Job description

NDIA OCIO is seeking an EL1 Senior Automation Test Engineer in Australia. The role leads test automation strategy and implements frameworks across cloud, mobile, CRM and more, aligning with Scrum, DevOps and broader digital transformation initiatives.

The Senior Test Automation Consultant will work with the Test Manager to establish approaches for test code development, enhance testing practices, and drive automation across legacy streams while leveraging AI tools to improve efficiencies.