Automation Engineer
PRA ·www.pra.com.au
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Automation Engineer
Rate: $750–$800 per day
Location: Melbourne – Hybrid
Contract: 6 months
We’re looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a high-performing technology team on an initial 6-month contract. You’ll help uplift automation, improve quality and support faster software delivery across web, mobile and API platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Rate: $750–$800 per day
Location: Melbourne – Hybrid
Contract: 6 months
We’re looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a high-performing technology team on an initial 6-month contract. You’ll help uplift automation, improve quality and support faster software delivery across web, mobile and API platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and uplift test automation frameworks
- Develop automated API, web and mobile tests
- Work with developers and QA teams on an automation-first approach
- Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines
- Investigate and resolve flaky and unstable tests
- Conduct code reviews and maintain automation standards
- Identify opportunities to increase automation and reduce manual effort
- Support test environments, including Docker and cloud platforms
- Identify and manage testing risks and defects
- Coach and support QA team members on automation best practice
- Strong experience building or uplifting automation frameworks
- Hands-on Playwright or Cypress with TypeScript
- Strong JavaScript/TypeScript programming skills
- API automation experience with tools such as SuperTest, Jest, Mocha, Chai or Cucumber
- Web/mobile automation experience using Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, WebDriver, Appium or Detox
- Experience with Node.js and CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions or Jenkins
- Understanding of TDD, coding best practices and Agile delivery
- Exposure to AWS and Docker is advantageous
- Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable coaching others and challenging existing ways of working
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Who is hiring for the Automation Engineer role?
PRA is hiring for the Automation Engineer position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Automation Engineer job located?
The Automation Engineer role with PRA is based in Melbourne, VIC, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Automation Engineer role remote?
Yes — the Automation Engineer position at PRA is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
What does the Automation Engineer role pay?
PRA lists the Automation Engineer role at AUD 750–800 per month.
Is the Automation Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at PRA.
What experience level is the Automation Engineer role?
The Automation Engineer position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Automation Engineer role at PRA?
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