QA Automation Engineer

We’re looking for an enthusiastic QA Automation Engineer with a problem-solving attitude and analytical mind. Someone able to adapt quickly and keep up with a fast-evolving environment. You will be part of a QA Team responsible for the quality of the software we deliver to our customers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team of very talented people responsible for shaping the future of content management systems, evolving a product leader in the Media industry and on a mission to conquer other solid verticals like Finance and Government.

Also, to support you at work we offer some very cool benefits, including smart working, free coffee, many fitness opportunities, including but not limited to a special rate at Virgin Active Fitness Club (1 min walk from the office), sponsorship of the Milan Marathon, beach volley tournaments, climbing lessons…and much more!

Your role

You will report to the Eidosmedia QA Manager and you would coordinate with other departments in your daily activity and provide decisions according to the results of the software tests. Track and report software defects and collaborate on their resolution. You will also be responsible for:

• Implementing testing strategy for the overall functional range, in compliance with the global test strategy
• Participating in specification reviews to provide input on testability requirements
• Defining test cases based on customer requirements (functional, non-functional and regression). Ensuring test traceability with requirements specifications
• Designing and developing automated test case scripts
• Preparing test data and executing test cases
• Provide go/no-go decisions following automation execution testing for software updates
• Responsible for reporting and communicating test activities to the line organization, software developers and product definitions.

You should apply if

• You have a sound technical understanding of test automation and Test Management Tools (in particular SmartBear Test Complete, Silk and Selenium), issue tracking tools (in particular Jira) and have experience of implementing such solutions for business-critical applications
• You are competent in Java, JavaScript and experience in the use of design patterns
• You have experience of software development with quality assurance exposure
• You have advanced analytical thinking and problem-solving skills and you are organized and structured in your approach to work, with excellent attention to detail
• You have excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to operate at all levels
• You have a university degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Not essential, but very appreciated, if you have ISEB/ISTQB qualification.

And…you’re willing to work in a stimulating and high-energy environment, you can’t wait to learn about new technologies and platforms. You are proactive and self-motivated – you can work independently but you perform well in a team as well. And, of course, you are keen to learn, grow and master new skills and resources.

More about us

Eidosmedia welcomes diversity among its people: whatever their race, religion, age, sex or sexual orientation, everybody’s contribution is valued equally in an atmosphere of mutual respect and regard.

If you think you have all it takes to succeed in this role then apply immediately. Don’t miss this opportunity!