Location

Poznan, United Kingdom

Digital Intelligence

Engineering

Experienced professionals

Senior Test Automation Engineer

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and execute test strategies for complex, distributed systems with a focus on both functional and non-functional testing.
  • Write and maintain Python-based automation scripts using frameworks like PyTest, Selenium, or Robot Framework.
  • Embed automated tests into Azure DevOps pipelines, ensuring seamless integration with build and release processes.
  • Use Azure Test Plans to manage test cases, execute test runs, and generate traceability reports.
  • Perform hands-on exploratory, regression, and integration testing across web, API, and backend services.
  • Debug test failures, analyze logs, and collaborate with developers to resolve issues quickly.
  • Mentor junior testers, conduct code reviews for test scripts, and enforce QA best practices.
  • Work closely with DevOps engineers to maintain test environments and ensure test data consistency.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA tools, processes, and documentation.

 

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in software QA, with a strong mix of manual and automation testing.
  • Proficiency in Python for test automation and scripting.
  • Solid experience with Azure DevOps (Pipelines, Repos, Boards, Test Plans).
  • Strong knowledge of CI/CD practices and integrating automated tests into pipelines.
  • Experience with Selenium WebDriver, PyTest, or Robot Framework.
  • Familiarity with REST API testing using tools like Postman or Python-based libraries (e.g., requests, pytest-httpx).
  • Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and QA processes.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with BDD frameworks (e.g., Behave, Cucumber).
  • Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (especially Azure).
  • Performance testing experience using tools like JMeter or Locust.
  • ISTQB Advanced Level or equivalent certifications.

 

We offer:

  • 6 months B2B contract (possibility to extend)

 

Digital Intelligence

Engineering

Experienced professionals

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