Automation Test Analyst

**About The Company**

Compare the Market - yes, the one with the meerkats - is a high-growth FinTech company on a transformational journey. We are focused on designing, building, and delivering the very best home loan, energy, insurance, and health comparison experience in Australia. Okay, in the world

We are all about Customer first, teamwork, making a difference, and treating the business as our own - without compromise. These values are critical to delivering on our purpose: _“to make a difference in the lives of Australians by simplifying the process of making sound financial decisions”. _

**About The Role**:
Are you ready to elevate your expertise in automation testing? Compare the Market is looking for a skilled Automation Test Analyst to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll design, develop, and execute automated tests to ensure the quality and performance of our software solutions. Collaborating closely with development and product teams, you'll play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the quality of our services.

As the Automation Test Analyst, you'll leverage your strong background in test automation frameworks and tools, as well as your comprehensive understanding of the software development lifecycle. You'll be instrumental in driving our automation testing strategy, contributing to both the development and continuous improvement of our testing processes. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend technical skills with collaborative teamwork, ensuring our solutions meet the highest standards.

**What You’ll Do**:

- Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using appropriate tools and frameworks.
- Create and execute automated test cases and analyse test results.
- Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and acceptance criteria.
- Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and resolve issues.
- Implement best practices for test automation and continuously improve testing processes.
- Ensure comprehensive test coverage for all features and components.
- Integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline, ensuring smooth and efficient software releases.
- Monitor and report on test automation execution and results.
- Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts for both new and existing functionalities.
- Document and report defects, providing detailed steps and evidence for reproducibility.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members in best practices for automation testing.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies and share knowledge with the team.

**What You’ll Bring**:

- Tertiary Qualifications in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a similar discipline is preferred but not essential.
- Proven experience in automation testing, with a focus on developing and maintaining test automation frameworks.
- Strong proficiency in programming/scripting languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript).
- Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Appium, JUnit, TestNG).
- Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle, CI/CD practices, and Agile methodologies.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
- ISTQB Certification or equivalent is preferred.

**Our Benefits**

At Compare the Market, we offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your talents will be recognised and rewarded. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and contribute to our continued success. As well as ample opportunities for growth and development, we also provide:

- Vibrant and social community who have annual celebrations, family fun days and regular events.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including the option of one day working from home each week or a 9-day fortnight.
- Enjoy additional leave days - ‘ME’ leave and ‘Volunteer Day’ leave.
- Study support (up to 50% of tuition fees for relevant courses) and professional membership reimbursement.
- Employee discounts on Car, Home, Travel insurance.
- Income protection insurance provided to support you in the event of non-work-related illness or injury.
- Discounts with a broad range of providers, including gym memberships, accommodation, dental care and more.
- Compare the Market is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage all applicants to apply. We acknowledge that we are strengthened by diversity. _
- We politely ask recruiters to refrain from making unsolicited approaches or sending resumes to our Recruitment Team or Hiring Leaders. Compare the Market Australia is not responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes. _