Software Quality Engineer Test Automation

Hannover Re; Hannover; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

30 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Employee shares at favourable terms

Relocation support to Hannover

Continuous learning program

AI tools training (Microsoft Copilot)

Healthy work environment

Job summary

Hannover Re, headquartered in Hannover, Germany, seeks a Software Quality Engineer Test Automation to build and evolve a modern test automation environment. You will work with agile teams to embed quality from the start, driving test strategies, automation, and QA best practices across .NET/C#, Angular, and Databricks-based applications.

You will design, implement, and maintain automated tests for web apps, APIs, and data-driven solutions, while integrating tests into Azure DevOps and CI/CD

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable qualification.
• Several years of experience in test automation for software applications within agile development environments.
• Strong expertise in test automation, ideally with Playwright, as well as Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Git.
• Good knowledge of .NET/C# and experience with modern web applications and test data management.
• Business-fluent German and conversational English skills, enabling precise and audience-appropriate communication, including in an international environment.
• An analytical and solution-oriented mindset, along with the ability to successfully drive quality initiatives across a diverse range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated tests for web applications, APIs, and data-driven solutions.
• Develop a sustainable strategy for test automation and continuous improvement of existing approaches.
• Integrate automated tests into Azure DevOps pipelines and CI/CD processes.
• Analyse and resolve issues in test environments and automated test frameworks.
• Advise development teams on test methodologies, test data management, testability, and shift-left testing practices.
• Ensure the quality of applications built with .NET/C#, Angular, and Databricks while working in agile Scrum teams.

Skills

Test automation

Playwright

Azure DevOps

CI/CD pipelines

Git

.NET/C#

German language

English communication

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Git

Angular

Databricks

Job description

Let's connect: If you want to experience how things are done in the GIT-BG Underwriting Solutions P&C team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a permanent basis, commencing at the earliest possible date as a Software Quality Engineer Test Automation. #LI-DNI

In this role, you will be responsible for building, further developing, and operating a modern test automation environment for our software products. Together with our agile development teams, you'll ensure that the quality, stability, and maintainability of applications are integral parts of the development process from the very beginning.

You’ll work closely with software engineers, product owners, business analysts, and DevOps engineers, actively contributing your expertise in test strategies, test automation, and quality assurance to the development process.

You can look forward to

• Design, develop, and maintain automated tests for web applications, APIs, and data-driven solutions
• Development of a sustainable strategy for test automation and continuous improvement of existing approaches
• Integrate automated tests into Azure DevOps pipelines and CI/CD processes
• Analyse and resolve issues in test environments and automated test frameworks
• Advise development teams on test methodologies, test data management, testability, and shift-left testing practices
• Ensure the quality of applications built with .NET/C#, Angular, and Databricks while working in agile Scrum teams

You come equipped with

• Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable qualification
• Several years of experience in test automation for software applications within agile development environments
• Strong expertise in test automation, ideally with Playwright, as well as Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Git
• Good knowledge of .NET/C# and experience with modern web applications and test data management
• Business-fluent German and conversational English skills, enabling precise and audience-appropriate communication, including in an international environment
• An analytical and solution-oriented mindset, along with the ability to successfully drive quality initiatives across a diverse range of stakeholders

You may not meet every requirement listed in the job description. However, if you bring strong expertise and identify with our values Responsibility, We-spirit and Drive, we look forward to receiving your application!

We offer you

• Flexibility: A hybrid work model with flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave
• Work Abroad: Up to 30 days a year within the EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland
• Financial Benefits: Company pension scheme, employee shares at favourable conditions, vacation and Christmas allowances as well as financial participation in the company's success
• Worry-free Relocation: Wrap-around (financial) support for your accommodation search and relocation to Hannover
• Lifelong Learning: Innovative programme of further training, including e-learning, specialist seminars, soft skills training, language courses, opportunities for work shadowing in other departments
• Digital Fitness: In short training sessions, we show you how to make your daily work more efficient and smarter using our AI tools - especially Microsoft Copilot
• Healthy Work Environment: Ergonomic workstations, outstanding canteen with rich selection of regional dishes ranging from vegan to hearty made with organic ingredients
• Corporate Fitness: Epassi membership (formerly Hansefit) across Germany or at Daily Fitness gym in Hannover (here also with access for family members)
• Corporate Benefits: Discounts on products and services from well-known vendors (including travel, fashion and technology)
• Individual Family Support: Company daycare facility and free, anonymous external counselling on personal, professional and psychological matters
• Mobility: Ease of mobility with a free pass on local public transport (Deutschlandticket) and bicycle leasing (JobRad) [only for permanent contracts], free parking and electric charging stations for cars and bikes
• Connecting Power: Together we enjoy parties, team events and internal networking activities

We are #somewhatdifferent - people with their own stories, experiences, and career paths. Everyone is welcome!

More on our work environment, your entry opportunities and development prospects can be found at www.hannover-re.com/en/career.

Mara Wagner | Hannover Re | [e-mail]