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About the Position
Join Our Team as a Test Automation Expert
We are seeking a proactive and skilled professional with a passion for test automation, team collaboration, and innovation. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your ideas and contributions drive efficiency and quality, we’d love to hear from you!
Employment Details
- Contract Duration:
- Fixed-term contract until 31.12.2025 (12 months).
- Working Hours:
- 40 hours per week, guaranteed, with no overtime required.
Optional On-Call Support
This responsibility is completely optional and left to the contractor’s discretion.
Scope of On-Call Support:
- Availability:
- Be reachable by phone for urgent issues, such as fixing critical bugs or assisting clients during emergencies.
- Typical Tasks:
- Troubleshooting high-priority system issues.
- Providing immediate fixes or guidance for critical problems.
- Collaborating with team members (if needed) to ensure effective resolution.
- Frequency:
- Defined case-by-case with prior agreement.
- No fixed schedule—entirely voluntary and flexible
What we offer
- Freelance
As a freelancer, you are truly part of the Maandag® team.
- Personal contact
A personal recruiter for all your questions.
- Full-remote working
You can work both on location and from home.
- Freelance
As a freelancer, you are truly part of the Maandag® team.
- Personal contact
A personal recruiter for all your questions.
- Full-remote working
You can work both on location and from home.
Job Description
Main Tasks:
- Requirement Coordination:
- Collaborate with the Product Owner, Test Management, and Developers to define and align business and technical requirements.
- Test Design and Execution:
- Create and design test cases based on business and technical requirement concepts.
- Perform manual and automated testing and document the results.
- Error Analysis and Resolution:
- Coordinate the analysis and correction of identified errors and conduct retesting with the development team.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Work with the team to continuously enhance testing and acceptance processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Automation Testing:
- Design and develop automated tests using Java and Selenium WebDriver.
- Create and execute API tests with tools like Postman and RestAssured.
- Maintenance and Improvement:
- Regularly update and refine automated test scripts to meet project needs.
- Continuously improve testing processes for better efficiency and coverage.
- Reporting and Documentation:
- Analyze test results, identify issues, and prepare detailed technical documentation.
- Team Collaboration:
- Work closely with developers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to improve code quality and testing processes.
- Innovation and Team Contribution:
- Develop creative tools and solutions to enhance team efficiency and work quality.
- Share tools, ideas, and best practices to foster a culture of innovation within the team.
- Platform and Database Testing:
- Use Docker, AWS, and Jenkins for CI/CD and managing test environments.
- Perform database testing with PostgreSQL and SQL queries.
Optional On-Call Availability:
- Contractors may choose to be available for on-call duties to address urgent issues, such as fixing critical bugs or assisting clients.
- This arrangement is optional and not mandatory, with additional compensation provided. The decision to take on on-call responsibilities is left to the individual.
Job Requirements
Our Tech Stack:
- Tools: Java, Tosca, Jira, Xray, SoapUI, Selenium, Postman, JMeter, Jenkins, Shell, Siebel.
- Technologies: SQL, PLSQL, XML, REST APIs.
Your Profile:
- Experience:
- Extensive experience in testing complex software systems and database query methods.
- Proficiency with Tosca as a primary test tool, with additional experience in Jira and Xray.
- Strong background in SQL, Jenkins (or similar), Shell scripting, XML, and REST interfaces.
- Technical Expertise:
- Advanced knowledge in Java and Selenium WebDriver for test automation.
- Proven expertise in API testing using tools like Postman and RestAssured.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins) and containerization tools like Docker.
- Experience with database testing using PostgreSQL.
- Skills:
- Analytical thinker with the ability to grasp complex concepts quickly.
- Fluent communication in German and English (minimum B2 level in both).
- Solid understanding of IT system architecture for system-level issue resolution.
- Education:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
What We Expect:
- Technical Proficiency:
- Deep understanding of software architecture design to build scalable, efficient, and secure systems.
- Advanced knowledge of modern programming languages, frameworks, and design patterns.
- Experience integrating distributed and cloud-based systems with platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices, including deployment automation, infrastructure management, and monitoring.
- Methodologies:
- Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, or Kanban methodologies to collaborate effectively in dynamic team environments.
- Problem-Solving:
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking to identify business requirements and translate them into technological solutions.
Soft Skills (Must-Have):
- Outstanding communication and teamwork abilities.
- Proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.
- Willingness to mentor and support team members while fostering a collaborative environment.
Company Description
Client:
We are currently seeking an experienced QA Engineer for our German client, a leader in the airline, travel, and transportation sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge solutions while contributing to the development and optimization of high-quality software systems.
Grow like a Pro:
- Access to individual professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge remotely.
Do it your way:
- Flexible working hours and 30 vacation days are highly relevant for remote employees, allowing them to manage work-life balance effectively.
Get Together:
- Opportunities to participate in social events like Social Days, seasonal highlights (e.g., Christmas and summer parties), and team events can be adapted for remote employees when visiting the office or attending company-wide gatherings.
Easy Going:
- If the remote worker occasionally travels to the Munich office, covering the costs of the "Deutschland-Ticket" ensures affordable commuting during those visits.
Working at Maandag®
For more than 35 years, Maandag® has been at the forefront of empowering people and organisations. We not only help professionals get jobs, but also connect them with a future that matches their values, desires and ambitions. Because when people are truly in the right place, they can develop themselves, fulfil their dreams and go to work with fresh energy every day. The energy and power released in the process is a catalyst for growth for companies. We started in the Netherlands, but now we also help professionals and organisations in Belgium, Poland, Dubai and Sweden. Our extensive knowledge of different markets, coupled with our wide network, enables us to make perfect matches quickly.
Apply
Do you recognize yourself in this profile? And does working at Maandag® sound like an exciting next step? Apply now, and who knows, your Monday might soon look just as great as ours.
Contact Person
Adam Nesterowicz
Recruiter IT
The application process
Wondering what your process will be? See in our steps what you will go through to work at Maandag® in the future.
You apply
A recruiter from Maandag® will review your application to determine your suitability for the position and the company.
We'll get back to you within 5 working days. If there are opportunities, we will call you to get to know you better.
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