Job description
DFP Recruitment is currently seeking candidates for the position of Automation Test Engineer on behalf of our Federal Government client. This role is located in Sydney and is open to applicants at the APS6 and EL1 level bands.
The Senior Test Automation Consultant 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, including cloud hosted platforms, Mobile applications, CRM portals and more.
Working closely with the Test Manager, the Senior Test Automation Consultant 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 and transition into DevOps.
Duties
Key Skills
As this role is within the Federal Government, applications are required to hold Australian Citizenship in order to be considered.
If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW, or reach out to Madhuri with your updated MS word resume to mmutyam@dfp.com.au for more information.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
The Senior Test Automation Consultant 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, including cloud hosted platforms, Mobile applications, CRM portals and more.
Working closely with the Test Manager, the Senior Test Automation Consultant 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 and transition into DevOps.
Duties
- 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.
- Support the Test Manager to grow the team of automation testers and breadth of coverage.
Key Skills
- Expert “hands-on” technical proficiency in the principles and practical application of automation testing, test frameworks, CI/CD, across a variety of tools.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of role autonomy and “can do” attitude.
- Bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering, Computing Science or Mathematics or another relevant technical field.
- Experience in a senior automation test role.
- Demonstrated analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Passion for driving quality through testing and automation.
- Comfortable with new ways of thinking about accessibility and enthusiastic about accessible design & development will be highly regarded.
As this role is within the Federal Government, applications are required to hold Australian Citizenship in order to be considered.
If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW, or reach out to Madhuri with your updated MS word resume to mmutyam@dfp.com.au for more information.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
