Test Automation Group Owner

1 month ago


North Melbourne, Australia Telstra Full time
Employment TypePermanent

Closing Date18 Sept 2023 11:59pm

Job TitleTest Automation Group Owner

Job Summary

Job Description

Connect with Telstra

We’re all about helping our customers connect faster, better and smarter. And that’s where you come in, to help us realise our purpose to build a connected future so everyone can thrive.

Here’s what you can expect from us:

  • Flexible working. We value flexible working arrangements and strive to provide them whenever possible. However, we recognize that certain roles and employment contracts may not allow for such arrangements.
  • There when life happens. From Gender Affirmation Leave to Telstra’s Additional Leave Day, we give you time to spend away from work when you need it most.
  • Pay for performance. We recognise outstanding contributions through our generous incentive programs.
  • Parental Leave. A gender-equal policy for all parents so you can choose how and when you take your leave (16 weeks full pay or 32 weeks half pay). Receive superannuation contributions on paid and unpaid parental leave.
  • Unlimited learning. Level up your credentials with access to 17,000 learning programs. Learn ‘on the job’ and achieve university credits towards degrees and Masters programs.
  • Global presence. With a global presence across 22 countries, there are many opportunities to work where we do business.
  • Extra perks. Receive 30% off Telstra products and services, plus unlock exclusive discounts from over 240 brands and partners.

Make a difference

As part of Product and Technology, your mission will be to capture market value at scale by building products that offers our customers a great experience, is seamless to deliver, and are profitable to the core.

Our teams use technology, automation, and innovation to try and decode the world’s biggest technological challenges in areas such as the Internet of Things (IoT), 5G, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, and more.

What is the focus of the role?

As the Technology Group Owner – Principal for Test Automation at Telstra, your crucial role involves assessing the current testing landscape, identifying improvement opportunities, and establishing a vision for test automation. This includes selecting and integrating suitable automation tools, developing a comprehensive automation strategy, and leading a team of engineers while effectively communicating with stakeholders across the organization to drive exceptional customer and employee experiences.

Key Responsibilities

As a Technology Group Owner, you draw on your deep software engineering expertise combined with your business and leadership experience to deliver against these common group owner and relevant specific group responsibilities:

Group Owner

  • Establish a clear Group purpose, mission and objectives aligned with the overall Telstra strategy through acting as a thought leader on market trends, innovations, and disruptions.
  • Set and drive priorities and roadmap for the technical Capability portfolio for the group. Ensure coordination and alignment between other Groups through the QBR process.
  • Take ownership for mitigation and removal of business and operational impediments for the Group.
  • Ensure our technology and processes are designed, built, and maintained to have the capability to anticipate, prevent, detect, withstand, respond, and recover from any and all events securely, reliably and expediently.
  • Take accountability for technology decisions for technical Capability Portfolio
  • Drive leadership in establishing commercial impacts and outcomes for technical Capability portfolio.
  • Engage with customers and internal stakeholders to maintain customer focus, drive change, identify gaps, and synthesize feedback.
  • Manage strategic partner/vendor interlocks and roadmap alignment.
  • Make day to day scope and benefits decisions for in-flight Capabilities, where multiple Components or Capabilities are impacted.
  • Collaborate with Chapter Area and Chapter leads to agree resource management and allocation to ensure optimal staffing within given budget.
  • Connect with chapter leads to stay aligned on the Group’s performance, development, and employee lifecycle activities. 
  • Actively lead and support the Group to uplift mission member capabilities and deliver against the strategic outcomes.
  • Act as technical engagement lead across discovery, design, and delivery for cross-functional Group Owners for your function for the designated portfolio.
  • Act as the logical point of engagement for multiple Group Owners

About You

We're looking for someone who has…

  • Proficient in developing and executing strategic plans to achieve business objectives and drive growth.
  • Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in all phases of the SDLC, including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
  • Demonstrated expertise in designing robust software solutions, with a strong focus on system architecture and engineering principles.
  • Proven track record in implementing comprehensive testing strategies, utilizing industry-standard methodologies and testing frameworks to ensure software quality.
  • Adept at identifying and resolving complex technical and operational challenges, with a systematic and analytical approach.
  • Exceptional leadership skills, with a proven ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and achieving project goals.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written and facilitate effective team communication.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and the ability to leverage data-driven insights to make informed decisions and optimize processes.

If you are looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you

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We encourage applications from people of all abilities and backgrounds - including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBQTI+ community, linguistically diverse, and people living with disability. When you apply, you can choose to note the pronouns you use and /or any reasonable adjustments needed to take part equitably during the interview process. 



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