Automation Engineer, New Zealand
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Absolute IT

Automation Engineer

  • Posted 1w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time, Contract

Wellington

Job Description

About the Role


As an Automation Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in building scalable test automation solutions with a particular focus on Playwright, joining on an initial 6 mo. contract. You’ll design, implement, and optimise automation frameworks as a part of a significant digital modernisation programme focused on an excellent user experience. You’ll also collaborate closely with developers and BAs to embed quality across CI/CD pipelines.


Day-to-Day Responsibilities


  • Design, develop and maintain Playwright-based automation frameworks
  • Work with developers and testers to integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines
  • Support test strategy with reliable, reusable, and scalable test scripts
  • Troubleshoot and optimise test automation processes
  • Share knowledge and mentor others in modern test automation practices


Skills and Experience Required


  • 5+ years in test automation, with strong recent experience using Playwright
  • Proven experience designing and maintaining custom test frameworks
  • Proficiency in TypeScript
  • Strong knowledge of CI/CD, Git-based workflows, and Agile delivery
  • Exposure to API testing, SQL, and modern cloud environments
  • Hands-on development experience advantageous


How to Apply


Click APPLY and include your CV.


Please note, we can only consider applicants that are legally entitled to work in New Zealand at the time of application.


Desired Hard Skills

  • Test Automation
  • TypeScript
  • API Testing
  • CI/CD
  • Playwright

Desired Soft Skills

  • Collaboration
  • Mentoring

Job Schedule

  • Monday to Friday

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