Sr Automation QA Engineer

Synechron; Australia; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Synechron seeks a Senior Automation QA Engineer with 10+ years of experience to drive testing strategy and shift-left initiatives across concurrent projects. The role focuses on building robust Playwright-based automation frameworks (Java/TypeScript), elevating test coverage, and collaborating with development teams to ensure scalable, high-quality software delivery.

The ideal candidate will lead testing efforts, integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines, and mentor engineers while advancing

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of QA/automation experience.
• Lead/Principal Automation QA Engineer responsible for strategy.
• Shift-Left testing approach and early collaboration with developers.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain robust automation frameworks (Playwright with Java/TypeScript).
• Define test plans/strategies for complex multi-tier apps.
• Drive CI/CD integration and test data/test environment management.
• Mentor junior/mid-level QA engineers and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Playwright

Java

TypeScript

CI/CD

Mentorship

Agile/Scrum

Tools

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

GitLab

Job description

Sr. Automation QA Engineer

Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead/Principal Automation QA Engineer with over 10 years of expertise to drive our quality engineering initiatives. In this role, you will champion a Shift-Left testing approach, architect robust automation frameworks using Playwright, and spearhead the testing strategy across multiple concurrent projects. You will act as both a hands‑on technical expert and a collaborative mentor, ensuring our engineering teams deliver flawless software at scale.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Automation Framework & Strategy (Expert Level)

• Architect and Maintain Frameworks: Design, develop, and scale robust automation frameworks (Hybrid, Data-Driven, Keyword-Driven) using Playwright with Java and/or TypeScript.
• Test Strategy & Planning: Author comprehensive, high-level Test Plans and Test Strategies for complex, multi-tier applications, aligning quality goals with business objectives.
• Shift-Left Implementation: Drive the adoption of Shift-Left testing methodologies, collaborating with developers early in the SDLC to implement unit, component, and integration-level automation.

Leadership & Initiative Management

• Multi-Initiative Management: Successfully balance and drive testing strategies across multiple simultaneous projects, product lines, or business initiatives without compromising on quality or deadlines.
• Mentorship & Collaboration: Act as a strong team player and technical mentor, supporting junior/mid-level QA engineers and cross-functional team members wherever support is needed.
• Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate and refine testing methodologies (Agile/Scrum, DevOps) to eliminate bottlenecks in the release pipeline.

Technical Execution & DevOps (Added Best Practices)

• CI/CD Integration: Seamlessly integrate Playwright automation suites into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab) to enable continuous testing.
• Test Environment & Data Management: Oversee the creation, maintenance, and mocking of test data and test environments required for automated execution.
• Code Reviews: Conduct rigorous code reviews for automation scripts to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidate Application Notice

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile‑first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets. For more information on the company, please visit our website or LinkedIn community. At Synechron, we are committed to integrating sustainability into our business strategy, ensuring responsible growth while minimizing environmental impact. Employees play a key role in driving our sustainability initiatives, from reducing our carbon footprint to fostering ethical and sustainable business practices across global operations. All positions are required to adhere to our Sustainability and Health Safety standards, demonstrating a commitment to environmental stewardship, workplace safety, and sustainable practices.