Senior Software Test Engineer

Rockwell Automation; Verona; Hybrid; EUR 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer Paid Time off

Donation matching program

On-demand digital course library

Mindfulness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Rockwell Automation in Verona, Italy, seeks a Senior Software Test Engineer to drive testing strategy for FactoryTalk Optix. The role combines hands-on hardware/PLC work with leadership in testing and automation, reporting to the Test & Technical Project Manager on a hybrid schedule.

You will guide test infrastructure, integrate automated tests into CI/CD, and collaborate with developers, architects, and product managers to ensure high-quality releases. Fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or engineering or equivalent.
• 7+ years in software testing with automation.
• Strong Python and test automation skills.
• Hands-on PLCs and hardware configuration experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and guide test strategy across functional, integration and system testing.
• Lead testing activities and coordinate with global teams.
• Mentor test engineers and promote best practices.
• Develop and evolve test automation and CI/CD integration.

Skills

Python programming

PLC control

Agile/Scrum

Test strategy

Leadership

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Squish

CI/CD pipelines

VMware

Job description

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!Job DescriptionFounded in 1979, ASEM has actively participated in the evolution of digital information technologies and today we operate in the markets of Industrial Automation, Test, Measurement with a complete range of industrial PCs and monitors and a complete range of HMI, control, remote assistance, and Industrial IoT gateways, characterized by our own hardware, firmware, software, mechanical and system design capability.Since 2020 we have been part of the American multinational group Rockwell Automation, a leading player operating in the industrial automation sector with headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (USA).As a Senior Software Test Engineer , you will drive the testing strategy and execution for FactoryTalk Optix , a modern visualization platform that accelerates value delivery through innovative technologies, scalable deployment, and seamless integration with industrial systems.You will act as the technical reference for testing activities , owning the test infrastructure (including hardware and PLC-based environments), defining best practices, and guiding other test engineers across global teams.This role combines deep technical expertise , hands-on hardware/PLC capability , and leadership in test strategy and execution .You will report to the Test & Technical Project Manager and have a hybrid schedule working in Verona, Italy.Your Responsibilities:Define and guide the test strategy for the product, across functional, integration, system, and performance testingBe a Test Lead , coordinating testing activities within the team and across global teamsMentor other test engineers, promoting technical growth and best practicesRepresent testing in architectural discussions, design reviews, and release planningIdentify inefficiencies in the testing process and lead improvement projectsManage the test infrastructure , including hardware setups, lab environments, and network configurationsConfigure PLCs and industrial devices used for validationDesign and evolve end-to-end test environments that reflect real industrial scenariosEnsure reliability, scalability, and reproducibility of hardware-based test setupsGuide the evolution of the test automation framework (Python, Squish)Ensure appropriate test coverage of new and changed functionalityLead integration of automated tests in the CI/CD pipelineDefine quality gates and metrics to support release decisionsCollaborate with developers, architects, product managers, and global teams to ensure product qualitySupport requirements analysis and contribute to architectural decisions from a testability perspectiveCommunicate testing status, risks, and quality metrics to partnersThe Essentials - You Will Have:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent7+ years of experience in software testing, including automationExperience designing and building test strategies for complex software productsSolid programming skills in Python (and familiarity with C++, C#, or .NET)Hands-on experience with PLCs and industrial hardware configurationExperience managing test environments , including hardware, networks, and virtualization (VMWare)Experience with CI/CD pipelines and test integrationExperience with Agile/Scrum and SAFeExperience being a technical leader / test leadEnglish skillsThe Preferred - You Might Also Have:Direct experience in the Industrial Automation industryExperience with HMI and Visualization software testingExperience with distributed systems , scalability, and performance testingExperience leading test teamsKnowledge of modular software architecture and testability principlesExperience with Squish or similar UI automation toolsWhat We Offer:Our benefits package includes …Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employeesCompany volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation.On-demand digital course library for professional developmentComprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to CalmEmployee Assistance ProgramPersonalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program... and other local benefits!The salary range for this position is between 37.600,00 – 56.400,00 EUR annual, this includes all bonusesAt Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. 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