Who we are Unloan is a new digital lending venture, backed by CommBank and built in x15 Ventures. We are a diverse team of product managers, designers, engineers, risk managers and lenders. And we’re working together to deliver Australia's most-loved home loan experience. We're looking for smart people who think differently and want to make a difference. Our approach to home loan lending We believe that the best loan journey combines brilliant customer service and a seamless digital experience from application all the way to settlement. The interactions between customers and our people have an outsized impact on their experience – and we’re all about delivering great customer outcomes. The Role We are seeking a passionate and experienced Quality Staff Engineer who is dedicated to enhancing the quality of our software products and processes. This individual will play a pivotal role in shaping the Quality strategy and guiding product teams toward a quality-first mindset. The ideal candidate is a skilled engineer who is a passionate advocate for robust testing practices, capable of understanding and addressing complex business problems, and experienced in automating testing using TypeScript/JavaScript tools and platforms like BrowserStack, ViTest, WCAG testing and Azure Load Testing Key Responsibilities: Enhance Quality Practices and Processes: Collaborate with development teams to establish best practices for unit testing, end-to-end testing, and test automation. Work closely with other Quality Engineers, Product Managers, and Engineering Managers to ensure every feature includes a comprehensive test plan. Determine Key Quality Metrics and Drive Continuous Improvement : Determine key measures and help drive continuous improvement across the teams. Ensure metrics are monitored, and teams stay on top of their test suites, driving ownership, key improvements and alignment with the overall approach. Drive Quality Awareness and Knowledge Sharing: Promote a "quality-first" mindset across teams. Host regular knowledge-sharing sessions where Quality engineering members present new tools, techniques, or findings related to testing. Engage with all engineering teams to benefit from shared learnings and Quality best practices. Set Clear Goals for Release Frequency and Test Automation: Collaborate with the development team to increase release frequency by improving test automation coverage, reducing flaky tests, and enhancing test efficiency. Lead efforts to ensure that the release process is streamlined and reliable. Promote Quality Ownership Across Teams: Lead by example to instill a culture where quality is everyone’s responsibility. Organize regular quality mentoring sessions to reinforce quality standards during code reviews and test plan reviews. Facilitate Regular Retrospectives and Continuous Improvement: Conduct retrospectives to analyze release cycles, identifying areas for improvement and implementing action plans for future iterations. Manage Quality Risks and Performance Measurement: Identify, assess, and manage quality risks throughout the project lifecycle. Develop and maintain comprehensive Quality reporting and performance metrics to ensure continuous improvement of testing processes. Are you a perfect match? Experience: experienced engineer who can code and is interested in uplifting Engineering Teams on Quality practices with a strong focus on testing and automation Technical Skills: Proficiency in TypeScript is required and associate testing frameworks and tools, with experience in other programming languages considered a plus. Experience with automated testing frameworks, tools, and best practices. Business Acumen: Ability to understand and solve complex business problems, aligning Quality Engineering efforts with business objectives. Leadership Skills: Proven track record of leading initiatives that improve software quality, mentoring other engineers, and driving cross-team collaboration. Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Tools and Frameworks: Experience with Testomat, Jest, or similar testing tools. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git) required, and cloud platforms (Azure) is a plus. Mindset: A proactive, collaborative, and quality-first approach, with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation Research shows that people from underrepresented backgrounds sometimes hesitate to apply for roles if they don't meet every requirement. If this is you, don’t worry - we still encourage you to apply. We are committed to creating a workplace that supports long-lasting and meaningful careers for everyone, and your unique skills and perspective might be just what we’re looking for Why Join Us? Enjoy a flexible and dynamic startup environment We nurture a safe space for our people to show up as they are Competitive salary and bonus structure Opportunities for professional growth and development Access to the best in class benefits that CommBank offers. If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career. We're aware of some accessibility issues on this site, particularly for screen reader users. We want to make finding your dream job as easy as possible, so if you require additional support please contact HR Direct on 1800 989 696. Advertising End Date: 14/11/2024