Senior Test Automation Engineer

Keyfactor; Aachen; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Keyfactor is seeking a Senior Test Automation Engineer in Aachen to develop and maintain automated test scripts for critical product features, and to lead automation efforts across projects. The role requires troubleshooting test failures, optimizing test coverage, and collaborating with development and QA teams to integrate automated testing into the SDLC.

You will monitor automated test performance, report findings, and contribute to continuous improvement of automation processes while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong experience in test automation or software development with a focus on testing.
• Ability to lead complex projects and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts for critical product features.
• Lead automation efforts for specific projects, ensuring efficient and effective test coverage.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automated test scripts and frameworks.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to integrate automated testing into the development process.
• Monitor and report on the performance of automated tests and recommend improvements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of automation processes and tools.
• Mentor junior automation engineers in best practices and tools.

Skills

Test automation

CI/CD pipelines

Scripting languages

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Our mission is to securely connect the world: humans, machines, and AI. Keyfactor is the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines, helping the world’s largest enterprises and government agencies take control of the cryptographic identities that safeguard every digital interaction. Behind the platform is a global team of people who care deeply about the work and each other. We move fast, think big, and show up for one another every day. If you’re looking for work that matters and a team that brings out your best, we hope you’ll trust your future with Keyfactor!

Title: Senior Test Automation Engineer

Job Function: Engineering

Employment Type:Full-Time

About the position

The Senior Test Automation Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining automated test scripts for critical product features. This role involves leading automation efforts, troubleshooting test failures, and optimizing test coverage.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts for critical product features.
• Lead automation efforts for specific projects, ensuring efficient and effective test coverage.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automated test scripts and frameworks.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to integrate automated testing into the development process.
• Monitor and report on the performance of automated tests and recommend improvements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of automation processes and tools.
• Mentor junior automation engineers in best practices and tools.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong experience in test automation or software development with a focus on testing.
• Strategic thinking, exceptional problem-solving abilities, high-level proficiency in relevant tools and technologies.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, experience with scripting languages, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead complex projects, drive strategic initiatives, and influence decision-making.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and optimize automation processes.
• Extensive knowledge of industry trends, company strategy, and cross-functional processes.
• Understanding of scripting languages, test automation frameworks, and CI/CD integration. #LI-NA1

Compensation

Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Culture, Career Opportunities and Benefits

We build teams that continually strive to get better than the day before. You will be challenged daily and given opportunities to grow personally and professionally. We balance autonomy and structure to create an entrepreneurial environment to spur creativity and new ideas.

Here are just some of the initiatives that make our culture special:

• Second Fridays (a company-wide day off on the second Friday of every month minus November and December due to the Holiday schedule). Please note that this benefit is subject to change.
• Paid Parental Leave is available to new parents. Structure varies based on regional/government requirements. In regions where government-paid leave doesn’t exist, like in the U.S., the company offers generous paid parental leave, along with comprehensive adoption and fertility support.
• Competitive time off globally.
• Dedicated employee-focused ambassadors via Key Contributors & Culture Committees.
• DIVERSE Commitment, a call to action for a more inclusive and diverse future in business, society, and technology.
• The Keyfactor Alliance Program to support DEIB efforts.
• Wellbeing resources, wellness allowance, mindfulness app free membership, Wellness Wednesdays.
• Global Volunteer Day, company non-profit matching, and 3 volunteer days off.
• Monthly Talent development and Cross Functional meetings to support professional development.
• Regular All Hands meetings – followed by group gatherings.

Our Core Values

Our core values are extremely important to how we run our business and what we look for in every team member:

Trust is paramount.

We deliver security software and solutions where trust and openness are of the highest importance for our customers. We are honest and a trusted partner in every aspect of business.

Customers are core.

We strategize, operate, and execute through a customer-centric view. We prioritize the security interests of our customers, and we act as if their data were our own.

Innovation never stops, it only accelerates.

The speed of change is accelerating. We are committed, through investment and focus, to stay ahead of the innovation curve.

We deliver with agility.

We thrive in high-paced and continually changing environments. We navigate through newly added variables, adjust accordingly, while driving towards our strategic goals.

United by respect.

Respect for all is what unites us. We promote diversity, inclusivity, equity, and acting with empathy and openness, both in our business and in our communities.

Teams make “it” happen.

Vision and goals are not individually achievable – they require teamwork. We pride ourselves in operating as a cohesive team, creating promoters and partners, and winning as one.

Keyfactor is a proud equal opportunity employer including but not limited to veterans and individuals with disabilities.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants with disabilities may contact a member of Keyfactor’s People team via [e-mail] and/or telephone at 1.216.785.2990 to request and arrange for accommodations at any time.