Test Automation Engineer

At the University of Melbourne, Australia's #1 university and top 50 globally, Enterprise Technology drives the digital transformation that empowers our staff, students, researchers, and alumni to shape the future.

We are more than IT infrastructure and systems – we are architects of progress, creating smarter, more innovative campuses and technology solutions that underpin how we deliver teaching and research. By enabling digital solutions, reshaping how we connect through technology, and transforming the staff and student experience, we redefine what a university can achieve.

Position Number: 0065457
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 2 years
Department: Enterprise Technology
Salary: UOM 8 - $119,742 - $129,607 per annum, plus 17% super

Your next career opportunity
As a Test Automation Engineer, you'll spearhead automation testing and quality assurance for the University of Melbourne's Digital Products portfolio and Business Services IT. You'll have the opportunity to design and implement cutting-edge automation frameworks, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive best practices in a CI/CD environment. Your expertise will directly impact the quality and efficiency of the university's digital services, offering you a chance to grow professionally in a dynamic academic setting.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and Maintain Automation Frameworks: Create, improve, and govern testing assets and methodologies for web applications and back-end functionality.
• Implement CI/CD Best Practices: Define and execute strategies for unit, integration, and UI automation testing in a CI/CD pipeline, focusing on high-value, risk-based testing.
• Provide Expert Guidance: Offer recommendations and advice on automation testing processes, practices, and activities to various stakeholders.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with projects and operational teams to ensure effective development and handover of test automation assets.

You may be a great fit if:

• You are an experienced test automation professional with a strong background in developing and maintaining automation frameworks, possessing excellent coding skills and a passion for driving quality in digital products.

You may also:

• Have undergraduate qualifications in IT, Business, or a relevant discipline.
• Possess extensive experience in automation test coverage for new and existing applications.
• Be proficient in Selenium with Python and C#, as well as the MS technology stack.
• Have strong knowledge of API testing, version control systems, and CI/CD platforms.
• Demonstrate experience with test configuration and data management for system integration testing.
• Be familiar with Agile methodologies and have experience in a university environment.

What we offer you
A career with Enterprise Technology is your opportunity to join a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment:

• Flexibility that works for you: Flexibility is more than just remote work or flexible work hours – we support your needs and what's important to you.
• Belonging matters: Be part of an inclusive, values-driven team that ensures everyone feels seen, heard, respected, and supported.
• High-impact opportunities: Drive initiatives like AI-powered tools, state-of-the-art cloud platforms, IoT systems, and sustainable digital ecosystems.
• Project scale: Support over 65,000 students and 10,000 staff with leading platforms that transform the operations of the University and underpin how we deliver teaching and research.
• Career growth: Benefit from comprehensive development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members.
• Lifestyle: Salary packaging options, access to discounted services, health and well-being services and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.

Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join us to shape the digital future of higher education – apply now.

Please include the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Mick Powar via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.