Job Type: Fixed Term
Location: Canberra
Job Category: Information & Communication Technology
Job Description
- Employment Type: 12 month fixed term
- Location: All locations considered – hybrid/remote
About The Role
As the
Test Automation Lead, you will be a hands-on automation expert responsible for designing, building and evolving CSC’s automation capability. You will develop scalable automation frameworks, create reusable automation assets, integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, and establish standards that enable teams across CSC to adopt effective automation practices. Working closely with stakeholders and delivery teams, you will design and implement automation solutions across a range of technologies, define automation strategies, and promote best-practice automation frameworks and standards.
In this senior role, you will combine technical expertise with leadership through influence, providing guidance, conducting technical reviews, mentoring team members, and supporting teams to adopt consistent automation practices across CSC.
This role is ideal for an experienced automation specialist who combines deep technical automation skills with the ability to define strategy, implement solutions and influence adoption across multiple teams.
What We’re Looking For
- Full working rights with no restrictions
- Relevant degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field
- ISTQB certification (Foundation or Advanced) preferred
- Strong hands-on experience with enterprise automation tools such as Tricentis Tosca, Playwright, Selenium, UiPath or equivalent. Tosca experience and certification are highly regarded
- Strong knowledge of test automation methodologies and scalable framework development
- Ability to mentor and guide teams on test automation best practices in collaborative environments
- Hands-on experience with API testing using tools such as TOSCA, Postman, REST Assured or SoapUI
- Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies, functional and non-functional testing practices, and quality engineering principles.
- Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps or similar.
- Proficiency in scripting or programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript or C#
- Experience with performance testing tools such as NeoLoad
- Exposure to cloud-based testing platforms, Docker and Kubernetes (advantageous)
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across team
Why join the team?
- 12 month fixed term role – open to hybrid working arrangements in our Canberra/Sydney office, or full time remote for other locations
- Drive the evolution of automation practices, CI/CD capabilities and quality engineering across the organisation
- Work with modern technologies and help explore innovative solutions, including AI-enabled testing approaches
- Mentor and support junior testers, helping to grow capability across the team
- Join a forward-thinking environment that values innovation, proactive problem-solving, and continuous learning
H ow to apply
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your CV via the Apply link in this advertisement.
- Applications close: 10 August 2026, 5:00 pm
- For any other questions about this role, [email protected]
- Please note: no agency applications
What You’ll Get In Return
A career where you belong
At CSC, we’re committed to more than super — we’re committed to people. That means creating a workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and fosters inclusion across everything we do.
Our gender equality strategy is more than a promise — it’s a plan. We're actively increasing representation in our workforce, removing barriers to career progression, and creating pathways for all employees to grow and succeed.
We welcome candidates of all genders, cultural backgrounds, ages, sexualities, and abilities. We offer flexible work, inclusive policies, and development opportunities designed to support you at every stage of your career.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer — and proud of the progress we’re making. Join a workplace where you can thrive, grow, and belong.
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