AUTOMATION TEST ENGINEER

at  Cartrack

POSITION SUMMARY

Industry: IT & Internet
Job category: Software-Engineering
Location: Rosebank
Contract: Permanent
EE position: No

YOU HAVE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Advantageous)
• Proven experience as a Test Engineer or similar role.
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to design experiments and develop test plans.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as C# and Python
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/delivery pipelines.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for software and contributing to the community.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, JUnit).
• Knowledge of Linux operating systems and command-line tools.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
• Understanding of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with performance testing and profiling tools.
• Certifications in software testing (e.g., ISTQB) are a plus.

SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND EXAMPLES OF DAY-TO-DAY TASKS

We are seeking a skilled Test Engineer to join our team. As an integral member of our organization, you will be responsible for designing and conducting experiments to test equipment and functionality across various projects. The ideal candidate should possess a strong sense of common sense and intuition to devise effective testing strategies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Test Plan Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive test plans based on project requirements and specifications.
• Experiment Design: Utilize your common sense and analytical skills to design experiments that effectively evaluate equipment and functionality.
• Testing Execution: Conduct tests according to established test plans, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and repeatability of test results.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Collect, organize, and analyze test data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies. Draw meaningful insights from the data to inform decision-making processes.
• Documentation: Document test procedures, results, and observations in a clear and concise manner. Prepare reports summarizing test findings and recommendations for improvement.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance testing methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Collaboration: Work closely with developers, engineers, and project managers to address issues, troubleshoot problems, and ensure product quality.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that testing activities adhere to quality standards and best practices. Identify and escalate quality issues as necessary.