Profectus is seeking an experienced Automation Tester to support test automation and delivery pipeline work within an Australian Government agency. You will build and maintain Playwright automated tests in TypeScript or JavaScript and run them through Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines. The work covers test development, migration of existing automated tests, pipeline integration and test reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build and maintain Playwright automated tests, reusable patterns and utilities using TypeScript or JavaScript
- Review existing automated tests and migrate suitable tests to Playwright
- Integrate automated tests into Azure DevOps build, test and deployment pipelines
- Publish test results and failure evidence from pipeline runs
- Review and clean up pipeline configurations, including YAML templates, triggers and variables
- Set up test tagging conventions and link automated tests to Azure DevOps Test Plans
- Produce test coverage and release reporting to support deployment decisions
- Identify automation and pipeline risks and recommend improvements to testing methods and tools
- Carry out peer reviews and troubleshoot test and pipeline failures
- Write technical documentation and run knowledge transfer sessions for APS staff and application teams
Required Experience
- Hands-on experience building and maintaining Playwright test suites using TypeScript or JavaScript
- Experience designing reusable test patterns, fixtures and utilities
- Experience integrating automated tests into Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with Azure DevOps Test Plans, test result publication and traceability
- Experience writing and maintaining YAML pipeline configurations
- Experience leading testing activities and giving specialist testing advice to delivery teams
- Experience documenting test approaches and handing over automation assets to other teams
Desirable Experience
- Experience writing acceptance criteria and automated coverage for functional and non-functional requirements
- API testing experience
- Experience with systems integration, build processes and source-control workflows such as Git
- Experience migrating automated tests from other tools to Playwright
- Experience setting up test governance, tagging and coverage reporting in a large enterprise or Australian Government environment
- ISTQB or equivalent testing certification
Security Clearance Requirements
- Must be an Australian Citizen
- Must have an AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance (or higher)
Working Arrangements
- Hybrid
- Canberra
Why Profectus
Profectus partners with Australian Government agencies to deliver trusted ICT capability across complex delivery programs. We take a long term, relationship driven approach, supporting our people across the full lifecycle of their engagement while contributing to outcomes of national importance.
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Automation Tester in Canberra employer: Profectus
Profectus is an exceptional employer, offering Infrastructure Engineers the opportunity to work within a dynamic and secure ICT environment that supports vital Australian Government services. With a strong focus on employee growth, Profectus fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages continuous improvement and innovation, while providing access to cutting-edge technologies and professional development opportunities. Located in the ACT, SA, or VIC, employees benefit from a supportive atmosphere that values long-term relationships and meaningful contributions to national outcomes.
