Senior Automation Lead

1 day ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia NEC Australia Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Join a future-focused, innovative team driving digital transformation.
NEC is a global leader in technology and communications solutions. As part of our growth, we're looking for a passionate and experienced
Automation Lead
to shape and lead our automation strategy, frameworks, and teams.

What You'll Do

As the Automation Lead, you'll be responsible for driving automation excellence across NEC's technology ecosystem. Your role will include:

  • Leading the automation strategy and governance across projects.
  • Managing a team of developers to build scalable, cloud-based automation solutions.
  • Designing and implementing reusable automation frameworks using open-source tools.
  • Collaborating with developers to embed automation capabilities into workflows.
  • Identifying and assessing automation opportunities with stakeholders.
  • Ensuring high levels of technical quality and performance in all delivered solutions.
  • Maintaining automation libraries, tools, and interfaces.
  • Defining architectural specs and executing testing for key system interfaces.
  • Reporting on automation progress and strategy to senior leadership.
  • Mentoring team members and supporting staff development.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone with a strong technical background and leadership experience:

  • 5+ years in Solution/Enterprise Architecture or similar consulting delivery roles.
  • Proven hands-on experience in DevOps and automation technologies.
  • Background in automating REST APIs and working with modern automation platforms.
  • Understanding of enterprise-level IT processes (monitoring, backups, service management).
  • Experience managing complex or large-scale automation projects.
  • Proficiency with automation testing, integration, performance, and agile SDLC practices.
  • Ability to work independently and manage distributed teams and open-source communities.
  • A quick learner who can adapt to new technologies and lead teams through change.
  • Industry experience across multiple verticals (a plus).
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Why NEC?

  • Be part of a global, purpose-driven company at the forefront of innovation.
  • Lead impactful projects that drive automation and scalability.
  • Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment.
  • Opportunities for career growth, mentoring, and skill development.

Please apply now.

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