Senior API & Web Services Test Lead (Automation)

HCL Australia Services PTY. Limited; Australia; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapsf in Australia is seeking a Senior Test Specialist to lead automated testing efforts for APIs and web services, leveraging Selenium and modern QA practices. You will design tests, drive quality gates, and collaborate with development teams in an Agile environment.

You will mentor junior testers, implement CI/CD driven tests, and perform performance testing to ensure reliable API behavior across services. This role requires strong analytical skills and hands-on automation expertise.

Qualifications

• Experience designing automated tests for APIs and web services.
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies and QA best practices.
• Experience with CI/CD and Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated API and web service tests.
• Identify, document, and track defects and issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test strategies.
• Create test cases, scripts, and data for automation.
• Perform performance and load testing on APIs.
• Provide guidance to junior team members and participate in CI practices.

Skills

APIs testing

Web services testing

Automation testing

Selenium

Test planning

Tools

Postman

Job description

Requisition ID171390-Posted09/24/2026

The Senior Test Specialist in API/Webservices Testing, sdet, selenium will be responsible for leading and executing testing strategies and processes related to API and Webservices testing. The role involves ensuring the quality and reliability of software applications through automated testing using tools like Selenium.

Key Responsibilities

1. Designing, developing, and implementing automated tests for apis and web services.
2. Identifying, analyzing, and documenting defects and issues in software applications.
3. Collaborating with cross functional teams to understand requirements and develop effective testing strategies.
4. Creating test cases, scripts, and scenarios for automated testing.
5. Conducting performance and load testing on apis and web services.
6. Providing technical guidance and support to junior team members.
7. Participating in agile development processes and continuous integration practices.

Skill Requirements

Other Requirements

1.Relevant certifications in API testing, Selenium, or software testing methodologies are a plus.