Test Lead

Senior Automation Test Engineer

Location – Macquarie Park, Sydney

• Lead a team and take our organisation to an automated testing future
• Join an ambitious firm which is growing, evolving & increasing its headcount.
• Allied Credit has a hybrid work environment; we understand the value of a work-life balance.

Allied Credit is a leading vehicle finance firm with strategic alliances with global car, marine and motorcycle brands. Offering white label, joint venture and floorplan finance, our proprietary software provides a seamless, convenient and customer-focused finance service to consumers and businesses.

We are seeking aSenior Automation Test Engineer to play a critical role in Allied Credit's testing practice, working under the Test Practice Manager to lead automation strategy, framework design, and delivery. This role is hands-on, combining advanced technical expertise with mentoring and line management responsibility for Automation Test Engineers.

The Senior will architect and maintain scalable automation frameworks, integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines, and coach the team to uplift automation maturity. They will also work closely with stakeholders across Technology Solutions to ensure test automation is embedded effectively throughout the software delivery lifecycle.

What you will be doing

• Designing, delivering and driving the group-wide automation test strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and consistent adoption across all business units.
• Being held accountable for the consistent execution, monitoring and reporting of automated tests and results, providing visibility of coverage, reliability and quality outcomes.
• Leading design, development and maintenance of scalable automation frameworks using Cypress and Power Automate.
• Integrating automated tests into Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines to provide rapid and reliable feedback.
• Translating requirements into robust, reusable automated test scripts for UI, API and integration testing.
• Managing a team of Automation Test Engineers, providing guidance, coaching and performance feedback.
• Advocating for quality and automation across the software development lifecycle, working closely with developers, BAs and stakeholders.
• Identifying opportunities to increase automation coverage, reduce manual effort and improve reliability.
• Analysing test failures, log defects, and collaborate with developers to ensure timely resolution.
• Supporting and coordinating Testing activities across IT and the business as required.

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in IT or equivalent industry qualification with ISTQB certification or equivalent (highly desirable).
• Proven success in software quality assurance with solid experience in automation-focused roles.
• Proven experience architecting and scaling automation frameworks (Cypress required, Power Automate desirable).
• Experience in the Banking & Finance industry and Agile environments.
• Demonstrated track record in integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps).
• Proficiency in Cypress and at least one programming/scripting language (TypeScript, JavaScript, or C#).
• Knowledge of RESTful API testing and tools (e.g. Postman) desirable.
• Strong defect analysis, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral), with ability to coach others and explain technical concepts.

Why work for Allied Credit?

• Work-life balance - hybrid working arrangements allow a balance of working from home and the office, and we are always willing to discuss flexible working options.
• Wellness day to take a day off for some R&R around your birthday and a Volunteer Day to support your community.
• Discount offers on selected retailers, car loans and novated leasing options.
• A learning environment where we take your development and career aspirations seriously.
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave along with Salary Continuance Insurance.

We want individuals who will buy into and thrive with Allied Credit's Values of Customer Focus, Adaptability, Risk Confidence, Integrity and Teamwork.

Allied Credit pledges to treat all candidates with the utmost respect and professionalism throughout the recruitment process. We promise to conduct a fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring process, ensuring that all candidates are evaluated based on their skills, experience, and potential, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or any other irrelevant characteristic.

Please contact Alex Kelly on for a confidential discussion. For further information on Allied Credit, please visit our website at or email