Job description
EL1 – Senior Automation Tester
Working closely with the branch’s 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
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- $650 - $750 / Daily (plus super)
- Canberra
- Contract (12-months, possible extension)
- Hybrid
Working closely with the branch’s 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
- 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.
- 2–5 years’ 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
- Applicants must hold Australian citizenship.
- National Criminal History Records Check and completion of the Agency’s screening checks
- Applications close 22/04/24
- Baseline Clearance
- Selection Criteria
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
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.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.