Software Engineer (Quality Engineering)

Permanent

17 Oct 2026 11:59pm

Software Engineer (Quality Engineering)

Job Summary

As a Software Engineer (Quality Engineering) at Telstra you will be responsible for driving quality across the software development lifecycle through modern test automation AI-powered quality engineering practices and continuous testing. You will partner closely with developers architects and product teams to build scalable automation frameworks enable shift-left testing and deliver reliable high-quality customer experiences at scale. Leveraging technologies such as Playwright Selenium Java Azure CI/CD and Generative AI tools you will help accelerate software delivery while maintaining engineering excellence and operational resilience.

Role Overview

We are looking for a passionate and innovative Quality Engineer who thrives on automation continuous improvement and engineering excellence. This role will focus on building scalable test automation solutions driving Shift-Left quality practices and leveraging AI-powered capabilities to transform software testing and delivery.

You will work closely with developers architects product teams and technology leaders to ensure quality is embedded throughout the software development lifecycle.



Key Responsibilities

Design develop and maintain scalable automation frameworks for Web API Mobile and Backend applications.

Build and integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines to enable faster reliable and high-quality deployments.

Champion Shift-Left testing by identifying quality risks early and embedding testability into solution design.

Collaborate closely with engineers and product teams to drive quality throughout the development lifecycle.

Continuously enhance automation coverage framework reliability and testing efficiency.

Analyze test results and quality metrics to provide actionable insights and improve product quality.

Design and execute functional integration regression API and performance testing strategies.

Drive adoption of AI-powered quality engineering practices including intelligent test generation defect analysis and test optimization.

Evaluate emerging testing tools AI technologies and automation capabilities to improve engineering productivity.

Mentor and enable teams to adopt best practices in quality engineering and test automation.



Required Skills & Experience

Strong passion for automation innovation and eliminating manual effort through engineering solutions.

Hands-on experience in automation testing using: Java Playwright Selenium API Testing Appium

Proven experience designing and implementing scalable automation frameworks and testing solutions.

Strong debugging troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.

Experience with TDD BDD CI/CD practices and modern software engineering methodologies.

Working knowledge of SQL databases and data validation techniques.

Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter Gatling or Locust.

Familiarity with cloud technologies preferably Microsoft Azure.

Experience with cloud-based testing platforms such as BrowserStack and LambdaTest.

Strong understanding of Agile delivery and cross-functional collaboration.

Hands-on experience leveraging Generative AI tools such as GitHub Copilot Microsoft Copilot and similar AI assistants to enhance engineering productivity.

Understanding of AI/LLM testing Prompt Engineering Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and quality assurance practices for AI-powered applications.

Experience implementing AI-driven testing approaches including intelligent test generation self-healing automation frameworks and predictive quality engineering techniques.

Continuous learner with a passion for emerging technologies and innovation.



Preferred Qualifications

Experience facilitating quality engineering workshops communities of practice or technical training sessions.

Telecommunications domain experience particularly OSS/BSS platforms.

Knowledge of Security Testing Mobile Automation and Contract Testing.

Experience testing AI Machine Learning or Generative AI-enabled applications.

Familiarity with Azure OpenAI GitHub Copilot AI-assisted development tools or similar AI ecosystems.

Experience designing and executing large-scale performance and load testing solutions.

Exposure to DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices.

At Telstra our purpose is to build a connected future where everyone can thrive. As Australias leading telecommunications and technology company we connect millions of people businesses and communities through innovative digital solutions and world-class technology.

With over 100 years of heritage and a presence across 20 countries Telstra continues to lead innovation in 5G Cloud Artificial Intelligence IoT and Automation. Our India teams based in Bangalore Mumbai and Delhi play a critical role in delivering next-generation products platforms and customer experiences that power Telstras future.

Joining Telstra means working on meaningful challenges collaborating with talented teams globally and making a real impact through technology and innovation.

We are looking for a passionate and innovative Quality Engineer who thrives on automation continuous improvement and engineering excellence. This role will focus on building scalable test automation solutions driving Shift-Left quality practices and leveraging AI-powered capabilities to transform software testing and delivery.

You will work closely with developers architects product teams and technology leaders to ensure quality is embedded throughout the software development lifecycle.

What We Offer

• Performance-related pay
• Access to thousands of learning programs so you can level-up
• Global presence across 22 countries; opportunities to work where we do business.
• Up to 26 weeks maternity leave provided to the birth mother with benefits for all child births
• Up to 16 weeks paid paternity leave provided to the non-birthing partners
• Employees are entitled to 21 paid annual leaves per calendar year
• Eligible employees are entitled to 12 days of paid sick / casual leave per calendar year
• Relocation support options across India from junior to senior positions within the company
• Receive insurance benefits such as medical accidental and life insurances

• Design develop and maintain scalable automation frameworks for Web API Mobile and Backend applications.
• Build and integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines to enable faster reliable and high-quality deployments.
• Champion Shift-Left testing by identifying quality risks early and embedding testability into solution design.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and product teams to drive quality throughout the development lifecycle.
• Continuously enhance automation coverage framework reliability and testing efficiency.
• Analyze test results and quality metrics to provide actionable insights and improve product quality.
• Design and execute functional integration regression API and performance testing strategies.
• Drive adoption of AI-powered quality engineering practices including intelligent test generation defect analysis and test optimization.
• Evaluate emerging testing tools AI technologies and automation capabilities to improve engineering productivity.
• Mentor and enable teams to adopt best practices in quality engineering and test automation.

• Strong passion for automation innovation and eliminating manual effort through engineering solutions.
• Hands-on experience in automation testing using: Java Playwright Selenium API Testing Appium
• Proven experience designing and implementing scalable automation frameworks and testing solutions.
• Strong debugging troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Experience with TDD BDD CI/CD practices and modern software engineering methodologies.
• Working knowledge of SQL databases and data validation techniques.
• Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter Gatling or Locust.
• Familiarity with cloud technologies preferably Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with cloud-based testing platforms such as BrowserStack and LambdaTest.
• Strong understanding of Agile delivery and cross-functional collaboration.
• Hands-on experience leveraging Generative AI tools such as GitHub Copilot Microsoft Copilot and similar AI assistants to enhance engineering productivity.
• Understanding of AI/LLM testing Prompt Engineering Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and quality assurance practices for AI-powered applications.
• Experience implementing AI-driven testing approaches including intelligent test generation self-healing automation frameworks and predictive quality engineering techniques.
• Continuous learner with a passion for emerging technologies and innovation.

• Experience facilitating quality engineering workshops communities of practice or technical training sessions.
• Telecommunications domain experience particularly OSS/BSS platforms.
• Knowledge of Security Testing Mobile Automation and Contract Testing.
• Experience testing AI Machine Learning or Generative AI-enabled applications.
• Familiarity with Azure OpenAI GitHub Copilot AI-assisted development tools or similar AI ecosystems.
• Experience designing and executing large-scale performance and load testing solutions.
• Exposure to DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices.

At Telstra you can thrive your way. We foster a culture of inclusion collaboration and innovation where every team member is empowered to contribute learn and grow.

• Flexible working through our All Roles Flex approach.
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies AI platforms and large-scale enterprise systems.
• Continuous learning career development and growth opportunities.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work.
• The opportunity to create meaningful impact for millions of customers globally.

Join us and help shape the future of connectivity through innovation automation and engineering excellence.