- Passion for Test Automation
- Hybrid setup
- Wellington location
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Test Automation Engineer to lead the development of a scalable and modular test automation framework, playing a critical role in supporting the upgrade and modernisation of industrial control systems.
If you have a passion for automation, expertise in Python development, and experience working with industrial communication protocols, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on a high-profile modernisation programme.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
- Design and build a robust, modular test automation framework using Python.
- Develop automated test suites to validate OPC UA server/client communications, security configurations, and data models.
- Simulate and test telemetry scenarios, including fault conditions and performance under load.
- Validate security policies, encryption methods, and role-based access controls.
- Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality outcomes and compliance with industrial standards.
- Mentor junior test engineers and contribute to building best practice frameworks.
- Strong Python programming skills with experience building custom automation frameworks.
- Hands-on experience with test automation tools such as pytest, pytest-html, and Allure.
- Proficient with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
- Experience with Linux backend systems
- Familiarity with Python OPC UA libraries (opcua, asyncua).
- Developing simulation and mocking environments for industrial data testing.
- Familiarity with time-series data validation and event-driven architectures.
- Understanding of OPC UA protocol and industrial communication standards.
- Experience working with SCADA systems, PLCs, or industrial IoT environments.
- Knowledge of OPC UA security practices, including encryption, certificates, and authentication.
HOW TO APPLY:
If this sounds like your next challenge, apply today and join a collaborative team working on critical and interesting upgrade project.