Automation Tester - Playwright & TypeScript

Planit are world leaders in application testing and quality engineering. We provide solutions that support organisations to deliver high quality systems, applications, and IT architecture.

Planit is now a proud NRI company and part of a global movement to deliver a sustainable and secure future through better Information Technology exchanges. Our team offer expert consultancy, bespoke services, tailored training and unique solutions to complex projects. Specialising in digital quality, Planit have a geographic footprint across many continents, with 1700+ permanent employees and have been recognised in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Application Testing Services.

Our values and ethos are focused on an intrinsic connection to our people, the awareness of our environment and our pursuit to be better than yesterday. We continue to lead the industry with unrivalled ideas, ability, and a quest to discern paradigms.

About the Role

You'll be responsible for developing, executing and maintaining automated tests across UI and API platforms, helping deliver reliable, high-quality software solutions.

We're recruiting across two levels:

• Senior Automation Tester: Lead automation framework development, drive automation quality and provide technical guidance across complex testing activities.

• Automation Tester: Develop, execute, debug and maintain automated tests, contributing to the overall automation strategy.

Location: Open to candidates based anywhere in Australia, with a preference for Sydney-based applicants. Hybrid working arrangements apply, requiring two days onsite per week, depending on location.

What You’ll Do 

• Design, develop and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright and TypeScript.

• Perform UI and API test automation, including functional, integration and regression testing.

• Develop, enhance and maintain reusable automation frameworks and test components.

• Integrate automated tests into Git and CI/CD pipelines.

• Investigate and troubleshoot automation failures, application defects and testing issues.

• Utilise AI-assisted coding tools to support automation development and improve efficiency.

• Review, validate and debug AI-generated automation scripts to ensure quality and reliability.

• Collaborate with developers, testers and technical teams to improve testing practices and delivery outcomes.

• For senior-level opportunities, provide technical guidance, code reviews and support automation framework development.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong hands-on automation experience using Playwright and TypeScript.

• Experience developing, executing and maintaining UI and API automated tests.

• Good understanding of Git, CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks.

• Experience with Gherkin/BDD testing practices.

• Strong debugging, troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.

• Experience using AI-assisted coding tools and validating AI-generated test scripts.

• Ability to write clean, reusable and maintainable automation code.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within technical delivery teams.

For Senior Automation Testers, we're also looking for:

• Advanced Playwright/TypeScript and API automation expertise.

• Proven experience designing and developing automation frameworks.

• Strong code review, debugging and automation quality assurance skills.

• Experience integrating automation solutions into CI/CD pipelines.

• Ability to provide technical direction and guidance across automation activities.

Culture and Benefits

We believe in fostering a culture where our people are rewarded for the work they do and looked after from their first day at Planit! With us, you'll experience:

• Opportunities to grow your skills vertically and horizontally
• Take advantage of a world class training and development programme
• True flexible working initiatives 
• Joining an organisation where innovation is at the heart of what we do. 
• Career development initiatives in place so you can be your best self. 
• Wellness activities, staff discounts, free LinkedIn Learning licences, referral bonuses, car leasing options and much more!

AtNRI Planit, you’ll push the boundaries of quality engineering, work with brilliant minds, and see the difference your expertise makes across NZ's top systems - fast, reliable, and intelligent. Don’t worry if you don’t meet every requirement listed - we value attitude, experience and a can-do attitude above all else, and you may just be the perfect fit for this role or another within NRI Planit.

NRI Australia & New Zealand is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applications regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.