About the role
The Test Automation Lead plays a pivotal role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of software products by driving the design and delivery of automated testing solutions. This position leads the development of scalable automation frameworks and strategies that support continuous testing across complex, fast‑paced development environments. With a strong focus on innovation and efficiency, the Test Automation Lead ensures testing processes are robust, repeatable, and aligned with organisational quality standards.
Working at the centre of cross‑functional collaboration, the Test Automation Lead partners closely with developers, business analysts, and project managers throughout the software development lifecycle. They are responsible for defining clear test requirements, establishing acceptance criteria, and developing automated test suites for web, mobile, and API‑driven applications. By analysing results, identifying root causes of defects, and driving continuous improvement initiatives, they help teams deliver high‑quality software at speed.
In addition to technical expertise, this role provides leadership and mentoring to a team of automation testers, ensuring consistent delivery of high‑quality test outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands‑on experience across modern automation tools and technologies, along with the ability to evaluate and introduce new solutions that enhance coverage and efficiency. Regular reporting, metrics, and stakeholder communication round out this dynamic and influential position.
About you
Key Responsibilities:
* Extensive experience in software testing, test automation lead or senior automation role.
* Hands-on experience with automation tools such as TOSCA, Webdriver io / Karate framework Selenium, Appium, Cypress, or similar.
* Proficiency in programming/scripting languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#.
* Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
* Familiarity with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., Qtest, JIRA, Zephyr).
* Strong understanding of software development and testing methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban).
* Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred experience with cloud-based testing solutions, knowledge of containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) will be highly regarded.
About us
BOQ Group is a truly unique group of challenger brands with a purpose – to provide a genuine alternative to Australian financial services for customers and employees.
Our family of brands (Bank of Queensland (BOQ), ME Bank, Virgin Money Australia, BOQ Specialist), each come with their own defined customer audience and brand personality, but share one goal – to build social capital through banking. That's creating trust with customers, exploring staff potential and believing that tiny gestures and big ideas can change the world for communities.
BOQ Group's inclusive vision is to foster a workspace that values and leverages difference and creates new possibilities, a place where our people feel confident to bring their best selves to work every day. We embrace difference and believe that our workforce should reflect the customers and communities that we serve.
Since 2021, BOQ Group is recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
In 2023, we successfully implemented an innovative Reconciliation Plan, driving positive change and promoting inclusivity across BOQ Group.
Our perks
At BOQ Group, we are passionate about creating an exceptional work environment that nurtures both your professional and personal growth.
Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to enhance your well-being, provide financial security, and foster a sense of community and inclusion. Here are just some of the fantastic perks you can enjoy as part of our team:
· Flexible working arrangement- Balance your work and personal life with ease.
· Discounted financial products - Enjoy exclusive rates on our financial services across the Group.
· Salary sacrificing options - Maximise your take-home pay with our salary packaging options.
· Paid parental leave with no minimum requirements - Spend quality time with your new family member without any worries.
· Purchase additional annual leave - Need more time off? You can buy extra leave days.
· Discounted private health insurance plan - Take care of your health with our special rates.
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access confidential support for personal and professional challenges for you and your family
· Access to employee network groups - Connect with peers through our First Nations Reconciliation, LGBTQIA+, Multicultural, Gender, Early Careers, and accessibility groups.
· Pride in Diversity membership: We are proud members of Pride in Diversity and actively participate in the Australian Workplace Equality Index.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Join us and be part of a company that truly cares about its people and community
How to apply
To apply for this role, follow the links.
BOQ Group is committed to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply.
We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, gender and expressions, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities. When you apply, you are welcome to tell us the pronouns you use and please let us know any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.
If you are successful for a role with BOQ Group, it is a condition of employment that background screening is completed to ensure that the Bank complies with its obligations under the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing Act. These checks may include, but are not limited to identity, verification, reference checks, criminal background checks, immigration checks, verification of academic qualifications, bankruptcy checks.
Please no agency applications.