QA Automation Engineer

About Tower Insurance

Tower Insurance, proudly Kiwi born and bred, thrives on challenging the norm and moving swiftly to deliver exceptional outcomes. Our mission is to create simple and rewarding experiences for our customers and communities while safeguarding the future of Aotearoa. At its core, insurance is about supporting people through unexpected events and doing the right thing for our customers, especially in difficult times, which gives real meaning to our work.

Role Overview

As a QA Automation Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining automated testing frameworks and suites across Tower's Digital and Core Insurance platforms. You will work closely with developers, product teams, and stakeholders to embed quality throughout the software delivery lifecycle and mentor team members in test automation to continuously elevate quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and sustain automated test frameworks covering both digital and core systems.
• Collaborate across teams to integrate quality practices into software development processes.
• Coach testers and engineers in automation techniques driving ongoing enhancements in QA capabilities.

Success Metrics in 6-12 Months

• Establish a reliable automation testing framework with comprehensive test coverage across platforms.
• Integrate automated test suites successfully into CI/CD pipelines for consistent release verification.
• Become a respected advocate for automation practices within Agile teams, improving quality and testing standards.

Candidate Requirements

• At least three years of practical experience as a Test Engineer with hands-on automation responsibilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in test automation frameworks for both front-end and back-end systems.
• Experience in API automation and proficiency with web-based testing technologies and TDD frameworks such as Cucumber or SpecFlow.
• Strong programming skills in C#.
• Background in Insurance or Financial Services is preferred but not mandatory.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills with a strong passion for collaborative success.

Employee Benefits and Perks

• 26 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for partners.
• A paid day off on your birthday.
• 22 days of annual leave plus two additional annual leave days with the flexibility to purchase up to eight more.
• Wellness leave to support your health and wellbeing.
• Opportunities for career advancement and internal progression.
• Flexible work arrangements with a modern office environment located in Auckland.
• Discounts on Tower insurance products.
• Complimentary life insurance coverage.

Application Process

If you are passionate about influencing a new era of insurance and eager to make a meaningful impact, we welcome you to apply. Submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your unique strengths. Applications are reviewed upon receipt, so early application is encouraged to start the conversation.