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Automation QA Engineer

N-iX Banana Shire, Queensland, Australia

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Posted Sep 1, 2026Apply by Feb 28, 2027

**Role & seniority: ** Automation QA Engineer (mid-level), ~2+ years total; ≥1 year automation QA

**Stack/tools: **

  • App/eng: .NET Framework 4.7.2, ASP, JS, HTML/CSS, XML, React, React-Bootstrap, (Sencha, Bootstrap noted as no new dev), jQuery, Visual Studio 2019/2022, Git

  • QA: Robot Framework, Postman, K6, Jenkins, Bitbucket, Octopus, TeamCity (planned migration to GitHub/GitHub Actions), Veracode

  • APIs/tech: REST APIs, test management systems

  • Top 3 responsibilities:

    1. Build/maintain automated regression and integration tests with Robot Framework

    2. Create API/UI automation frameworks (keyword-driven approach) and extend with custom libraries (Python mentioned)

    3. Perform load/performance testing with K6, analyze metrics, and feed insights into CI/CD and UAT validation

  • Must-have skills:

    • 2+ years web app testing; automation-focused

    • Robot Framework experience (≥1 year automation)

    • Performance testing using K6

    • Postman proficiency

    • Solid testing processes + Agile/SAFe understanding

    • Ability to analyze/debug defects; basic programming logic and end-to-end workflow/UAT validation

    • Experience with test management systems; strong communication/teamwork

  • Nice-to-haves:

    • Python experience

    • MS Azure familiarity

    • Experience with CI/CD tooling (Jenkins/Octopus/TeamCity/GitHub/GitHub Actions)

  • Location & work type: Flexible (remote or office-based

Full Description

We are looking for an Automation QA Engineer to join our team.

Our clients create a comprehensive site lifecycle management solution tailored for the telecommunications and energy industries. It enables organizations to efficiently manage sites, assets, projects, and leases, enhancing operational visibility and resource allocation throughout the site lifecycle.

Project stack: .NET Framework 4.7.2, OpenSearch 2.3.0 (Elasticsearch), ASP, JS, HTML, CSS, XML, React, React-Bootstrap, Sencha (no new development), Bootstrap (no new

development), jQuery, Visual Studio 2019, 2022, Postman, Veracode, REST APIs, Git

QA stack: Robot Framework, Postman, K6, Jenkins, Bitbucket, Octopus, TeamCity (in plan to migrate to GitHub, GitHub Actions).

Requirements

2+ years of experience in web applications testing with a focus on automation and performance testing At least 1 year of experience as automation QA Experience with usage of Robot framework for automated testing Experience in performance testing Proficiency with Postman Good understanding of testing processes and Agile methodologies, especially SAFe Strong experience working with test management systems Basic understanding of programming logic and application workflows Ability to understand, test, and validate application workflows during UAT activities Knowledge of programming concepts and end-to-end business/application flow testing (UAT) Experience with UAT, including validation of application flows, business processes, and system behavior Familiarity with coding principles to effectively analyze defects, troubleshoot issues, and support UAT activities. Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Nice to have

Experience with Python Familiarity with MS Azure Experience with usage of Jenkins, Octopus, TeamCity, GitHub and GitHub Actions

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain automated test cases using Robot Framework to ensure functionality, integration, and regression testing Design and implement API and UI test automation frameworks, making use of Robot Framework's keyword-driven approach Write custom Python libraries to extend the Robot Framework for specific testing requirements Use K6 for load testing and performance testing of APIs Monitor and analyze performance metrics from k6 to identify potential bottlenecks and scalability issues Collaborate with the development team to understand new features and ensure appropriate testing coverage Participate in code reviews to ensure best practices and high-quality standards for test code Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines Generate and maintain detailed test reports, logs and performance metrics

We offer*

Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexible A competitive salary and good compensation package Personalized career growth Professional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more) Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing Education reimbursement Memorable anniversary presents Corporate events and team buildings Other location-specific benefits not applicable for freelancers

Robot FrameworkPostmanK6Performance TestingAPI TestingPythonJenkinsCI/CDAgileSAFeUATGitREST APIsLoad TestingWeb Application TestingTest Management Systemsmulti-location

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