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QA Automation Engineer

Contract Type

Permanent

Location

Victoria, Melbourne

Industry

IT

Specialisation

Quality Assurance & Testing

Salary

AU$120000.00 - AU$140000.00 per annum + 10% bonus + fully remote!

Contact Name

Brianna Bailey

Contact Email

brianna.bailey@talenza.com.au

Date published

02-07-2025

Job Reference

BBBH18620

Description

We are seeking a QA Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain automated testing frameworks that ensure high performance, accuracy, and a seamless user experience across our software products. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to support and improve test coverage across the organisation.

  • Develop and maintain automated UI tests using Playwright and Selenium

  • Create and manage API tests with Postman and JavaScript for contract and integration testing

  • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps

  • Expand and maintain existing load and performance testing frameworks

  • Participate in Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives

  • Ensure end-to-end test coverage across frontend, backend, middleware, and microservices

  • Analyse test results, report defects, and collaborate with development and product teams to improve software quality

  • Contribute to the evolution of test strategies and frameworks

  • Maintain and update test plans and documentation

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

  • Technical proficiency with a focus on reliable and scalable automation

  • Effective problem-solving and debugging ability

  • Proactive and adaptable to new tools and project requirements

  • Clear communicator and effective team collaborator

  • Timely delivery of reliable automated test solutions

  • Active participation in team projects and Agile practices

  • Improved automation coverage across all layers of the application

  • Ongoing contributions to the enhancement of testing frameworks

  • Accurate and up-to-date test documentation

  • Recognition from peers and leadership for technical input and collaboration

  • 3+ years' experience in JavaScript/TypeScript and Python

  • 3+ years' experience with API testing (Postman or similar tools)

  • 3+ years' hands-on experience with Playwright and Selenium

  • Experience with CI/CD integration (Azure DevOps preferred)

  • Solid understanding of software testing best practices and SDLC

  • Familiarity with testing large-scale enterprise systems

  • Experience using Jira and working in Agile/Scrum teams

  • 1+ year experience with load testing tools (e.g., K6, JMeter)

  • Knowledge of C#, VBA, or AngularJS

  • Prior experience in the hotel or travel industry

  • Performance testing and scripting experience

This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful systems in a collaborative environment, while helping to drive quality at every stage of development.

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