Automation testing Engineer

Médiane Système limited; Henegouwen; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DKV health insurance

Meal vouchers

Mobility package (car/public transport

Job summary

Médiane Benelux is seeking a Test Automation Engineer to contribute to validation and quality assurance of complex software systems in the railway sector. You will design and implement automated tests for embedded and backend applications, ensuring reliability and compliance with industry standards.

The role emphasizes Python-based automation, CI/CD integration, and collaboration across cross-functional teams, with opportunities to advance tooling, frameworks, and best practices in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in IT/CS or related field.
• 2–5 years in test automation or software testing.
• Experience in regulated environments is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement automated test strategies.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts for API, backend and system validation.
• Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines and ensure continuous testing.
• Analyze results and provide feedback to developers and engineers.
• Drive continuous improvement of testing processes.

Skills

Python

PyTest/Robot

CI/CD

API testing

Git

Docker

Education

Master's Degree in IT/CS

Tools

GitLab CI/CD

Postman

Job description

Médiane Benelux: Career Booster! Since 2017, and with over 35 years of experience in France and Italy, Médiane Benelux is an engineering company specializing in software, electronics, and cybersecurity across key sectors such as Railways, Automotive, Energy, Medical, Aerospace, Space, Telecoms, Industry, and Defense.

What We Offer

• IT consulting and strategy
• Digital transformation and IoT solutions
• Project management and process optimization

As specialists in electronics, development, and embedded systems design, we operate from sensor to cloud.

Why choose Médiane Benelux?

• Human-sized company: Promotes teamwork and collaboration in a dynamic and stimulating environment
• Sharp technical expertise and tailored solutions for each sector
• Talent support: Personalized follow-up, continuous training, and skill development for our employees
• Custom solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client
• Culture of innovation: Participation in innovative and varied projects
• Ecovadis Gold certification: Commitment to equality, well-being, and responsibility
• Human values: Commitment, Respect, Trust, Listening

"Happy at Work" and "Happy Clients" labels by Choose my Company: A fulfilling work environment and optimal client satisfaction

Job Description

We are looking for a Test Automation Engineer to join a long-term mission within the railway sector. You will contribute to the validation and quality assurance of complex software systems, including embedded and backend applications, ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance with industry standards.

Role and Responsibilities

Test Strategy & Automation Framework

• Define and implement automated test strategies aligned with project and business requirements
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks (primarily in Python)
• Ensure test coverage across functional, integration, and system levels

Automation Development

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts for API, backend, and system validation
• Implement reusable test libraries to accelerate test development and execution
• Integrate test automation into development workflows to support rapid iteration

CI/CD & Quality Integration

• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI/CD or equivalent)
• Ensure continuous testing across build and deployment cycles
• Analyze test results and provide actionable feedback to development teams

Validation & System Testing

• Validate complex systems, including software-hardware integration environments
• Execute non-regression, performance, and reliability testing
• Collaborate with developers and system engineers to identify defects early

Continuous Improvement

• Optimize test processes to reduce execution time and increase reliability
• Promote shift-left testing practices and an automation-first mindset
• Contribute to tooling evolution and quality standards

Profile / Requirements

Education

• Master's Degree or Engineering Degree in IT, Computer Science, Electronics, or related field

Experience

• 2 to 5 years in test automation or software testing
• Experience in regulated environments (railway, aerospace, medical, defense) is a strong plus

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Python for test automation
• Experience with test automation frameworks (PyTest, Robot Framework, or equivalent)

Hands-on Experience With CI/CD Pipelines (GitLab CI/CD Preferred)

• Knowledge of API testing tools (Postman, REST clients)
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git)
• Understanding of network protocols and system integration
• Bonus: experience with Docker, embedded systems, or hardware-in-the-loop testing

Language Skills

• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• French is a plus

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and reliability
• Proactive and autonomous
• Collaborative mindset, comfortable working in cross-functional teams
• Continuous improvement driven

Benefits

• Attractive salary package, additional statutory leave days, mobility package (car or public transport subscription), DKV health insurance, group insurance, meal vouchers, eco-vouchers, etc