Automation Engineer

$110 per hour for ideal candidates
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27 Aug 2026

We’re seeking an experienced Automation Engineer for an initial 6-month contract with the potential to extend. This role suits a technically strong automation professional who enjoys building robust test frameworks and leveraging modern technologies to improve software quality.
You’ll bring deep expertise in Playwright (TypeScript), strong coding capabilities, and hands-on experience incorporating AI tools into the QA lifecycle to improve productivity, test coverage, and overall testing outcomes. Technical ability is critical, and candidates will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the interview process.

Key Requirements:

  • Extensive experience with Playwright and TypeScript
  • Strong automation testing and software engineering skills
  • Proven experience using AI tools to enhance QA processes
  • Excellent coding and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work effectively within an agile delivery environment

Nice to Have:

  • AS400 experience
  • Salesforce experience

Contract Details:

  • Initial 6-month contract
  • $110 per hour
  • Auckland-based
  • Hybrid working model with 2 to 3 days per week in the office
  • Potential for extension based on project requirements and budget

Apply now if you’re a hands-on Automation Engineer with the technical depth to hit the ground running.


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Posted by
Paul Kelly
Business Manager & Principal Consultant
As a Recruitment Consultant, Paul Kelly believes the right people are the most important asset in any business.
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