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Base pay range
A$120,******/yr - A$137,******/yr
At UTS, we're on a bold journey to become a leading public university of technology recognized for our global impact. Positioned at the cutting edge of creativity, innovation, and technology, we are dedicated to driving transformative breakthroughs that shape the future. Our state-of-the-art campus in Sydney's vibrant Tech Central precinct is alive with energy and ambition, creating a dynamic environment where curiosity and collaboration thrive.
About the Role
The Test Automation Engineer will be responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining automated test capabilities to ensure comprehensive coverage of software functionality, across the University's selected IT systems. Leveraging deep engineering expertise, they tackle complex test automation challenges, integrating various test systems as needed. Through a SAFe Agile approach, they will work collaboratively with teams across the organisation to ensure timely and successful implementation of efficient and effective automated test practices. The role will also play a key role in continuously enhancing the test process and identifying opportunities for process improvement and automation, contributing to the overall efficiency of IT operations and the adoption of DevSecOps practices.
About You
As the Test Automation Engineer, you will have:
Collaborative mindset – works well with others, open to feedback, and contributes to team discussions
Ability to move and adapt quickly, should issues arise
An ethos of innovation, and a continuous improvement attitude
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
3+ year's hands-on manual testing experience
3+ years' hands-on automation test scripting experience
1+ year's hands-on Selenium experience
1+ year's hands-on C# or similar experience
1+ year's hands-on Salesforce testing experience
Minimum of two days per week in a standard working week onsite at UTS's Broadway campus
Highly Desirable
Bring a skill to the Test Chapter from another IT discipline that we currently have limited capacity for (eg. Data Analyst, Environment Analyst, Test Data Analyst, Infrastructure Testing)
ISTQB-F certification
1+ years' hands-on .NET experience
POM / DI for scripting experience
Experience leveraging SQL, XML, JSON for testing
ISTQB-TTA certification
Atlassian JIRA experience
SmartBear JIRA Zephyr Standard (for test case management) experience
Atlassian Confluence experience
Working knowledge of tools like Postman and SoapUI
Understands the principles of using Automation as part of a CI / CD pipeline
Familiarity using AI to generate first draft test scripts
Familiarity with SAFe Agile 6.0
* Years of experience is not cumulative.
Base Salary Range: $120,827 to $137,609 pa (HEW 8)
This role attracts 17% superannuation
in addition
to the base salary.
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support professional growth, personal well-being, and work-life balance. Employees enjoy access to leadership programs, promotional opportunities, alongside study time support. We also offer flexible working arrangements and generous leave entitlements, ensuring a balanced and enriching work environment.
This position is full-time and appointment will be made on
fixed term basis until 4th December ****.
How to Apply
In order to obtain:
a copy of the Position Description;
information on remuneration, benefits, terms and conditions;
full details of the application process.
Please click the Apply link to be taken to the UTS website.
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries: Higher Education and Technology, Information and Media
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