Automation Engineer

Join Us as an Automation Engineer – Shape the Future of Mortgage Tech

Join our Gold Coast-based team as an Automation Engineer, working on end-to-end software delivery for mortgage-related digital applications. You'll design robust automation frameworks using Java and TypeScript with Playwright experience considered a strong advantage. If you're passionate about improving product quality through smart automation, CI/CD and modern DevOps practices, this is your chance to make an impact.

What's the role?

• Design and maintain scalable automation frameworks for APIs, mobile and web platforms
• Lead automation across functional, regression, integration and performance testing
• Define automation strategy and enhance CI/CD pipelines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities
• Mentor junior engineers and uphold best practices in automation
• Continuously improve QA processes and propose automation enhancements
• Participate in risk assessments, audits and security reviews
• Maintain clear documentation including test plans and coverage metrics

What do I need?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 
• Strong hands-on experience with Playwright, Java, and/or TypeScript, including writing robust automation scripts and ensuring comprehensive test coverage. 
• Proven ability to design and execute integration test cases across multiple systems and take ownership of testing outcomes and quality assurance. 
• Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Rest Assured, Postman, Mockito).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools (JIRA, Git, Docker).
• Strong problem-solving skills and proactive mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with AI/ML-based testing solutions (GenAI, LLMs, model-based frameworks)
• Knowledge of performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling, Locust, Artillery)
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB, AWS/Azure, Selenium WebDriver)
• Experience in banking, fintech or regulated domains

Why join us?

We're obsessed with becoming our customers #1 banking partner for life and we're looking for people who are passionate about helping us achieve that goal. In return we're committed to making Westpac the best place to work in the country. Here are just a few of the ways we're already doing that:

• Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands, including generous employee-only mortgage rates
• Flexible work arrangements to help you achieve a greater work/life balance, and a variety of leave options including Culture, Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave. 
• Tailored learning and development opportunities to help your grow your career within the bank. 
• Lots of opportunities to 'give back' to the Community by getting involved in our many volunteering initiatives

Create your future today

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We're all about creating a supportive and inclusive community. We welcome everyone – no matter your age, gender, background, or abilities. We also provide additional support to welcome our veterans, Indigenous Australians and neurodiverse community.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, you can find out more information and additional contact details by visiting the "People with Disability and/or needing Accessibility Requirements" page on our website.