Automation Test Engineer

Contract Type:

Location:

Melbourne - VIC 

Industry:

IT

Category:

QA/Tester

Contact Name:

Michael Cowie

Contact Email:

michael.cowie@pra.com.au

Date Published:

18-Mar-2026

Job Title: Senior Automation Tester – API & Microservices
Location: Melbourne – 10 days per month onsite, remainder remote
Employment Type: Contract 
Contract Length: 6 months
Rate: $800–$850 per day
  
About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior Automation Tester to lead automated testing for modern API and microservices platforms. You will design and maintain scalable test suites, validate REST APIs and security, and integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines. The role includes performance testing, service virtualisation, and contributing to resilient delivery practices in cloud and containerised environments.
  
Key Requirements:
  • Expert in Java 11+, JUnit 5, Rest Assured, JavaScript and test automation.
  • Hands-on experience with APIs, microservices, CI/CD, Gatling, and service virtualisation(Wiremock/Hoverfly).
  • Strong understanding of cloud, containerisation, and modern API ecosystems.
  • Excellent collaboration, communication, and leadership in testing practices.
  • Availability to start ASAP.
Desirable:
  • Experience in insurance or banking sectors.
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