Software Engineer in Test

Hostelworld; Liguria; Remoto; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading travel platform is searching for a Software Engineer in Test to join their remote team. This role involves ensuring high-quality software through testing cycles on various devices and supporting junior members. Candidates should have at least 4 years in Software Quality Assurance, with strong knowledge of QA practices and tools like JIRA and TestRail. The company offers competitive salary, enhanced annual leave, and support for personal development.

Servizi

Competitive salary & benefits

Enhanced annual leave plus 3 Wellbeing Days

Paid family leave

Agile working including Work from Abroad Policy

5 paid volunteering days

Competenze

• 4+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance.
• Experience with web, mobile web, and web application testing.
• Experience gathering QA metrics and adapting strategies.

Mansioni

• Complete testing cycles on the website across multiple devices.
• Define and gather metrics and KPIs for QA activities.
• Develop and maintain test cases using Gherkin notation.

Conoscenze

QA best practices

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Formazione

ISTQB foundation qualification

Strumenti

JIRA

TestRail

Postman

Google Cloud Platform

Descrizione del lavoro

At Hostelworld (Permanent), in Multiple Locations

Expires at : 2025-08-19

Remote policy : Full remote

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

The Software Engineer in Test works with a dedicated team of Software Quality Engineers to ensure high quality in the software and infrastructure of the Hostelworld platform. You will collaborate with other technology groups and business owners to refine quality standards and processes for software design, development, and deployment, supporting a robust, secure, and high-performance platform for our business growth.

You should have a minimum of 4+ years’ experience in Software Quality Assurance, focusing on web, mobile web, and web application testing for high-transaction-volume customer-facing platforms. Experience with enterprise-level projects delivering robust and fast-paced solutions with a focus on continuous improvement is essential.

You will perform hands-on QA work daily, aiming for high-quality deliverables while supporting your team to succeed, improve quality, and maintain technical excellence.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Complete testing cycles on our main website across multiple devices and OS
• Understand and analyze changes to define effective test plans
• Utilize TestRail for testing activities, keeping assets updated and reporting progress
• Define and gather metrics and KPIs for QA activities
• Adapt working practices based on metrics analysis
• Support junior team members in automation skills and best practices
• Assist in estimating, prioritizing, planning, and coordinating QA activities within development teams
• Implement best practice tools and processes to maintain quality standards
• Develop and maintain test cases using Gherkin notation
• Execute test cases and regression test suites in TestRail
• Provide production support, including patch / hot-fix testing
• Report bugs and track issues to resolution using Jira, creating reproducible scenarios
• Support regulatory, audit, and security QA internally and with external partners
• Ensure sufficient test coverage across customer-facing channels and internal tools
• Work with product management and technical leadership to create roadmaps for quality improvements, estimate work, and set priorities
• Contribute to a positive working environment aligned with company culture
• Keep stakeholders informed about activities affecting their goals

Main requirements

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Strong knowledge of QA best practices, with ISTQB foundation qualification as a minimum

4+ years testing websites and applications across devices

Experience with JIRA, TestRail, Postman, Device farms

Knowledge of writing tests in Gherkin

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Experience gathering QA metrics and adapting strategies for efficiency

Experience working in dispersed teams supporting high-quality, on-time delivery in cloud environments

Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform

Strong interpersonal skills to foster a collaborative team environment

Excellent organization and time-management skills in a fast-paced setting

Ability to handle escalations and multiple priorities effectively

Clear communication skills across organizational levels

Knowledge of modern quality approaches like BDD is a bonus

Automation experience with Playwright and / or TypeScript is advantageous

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary & benefits

Enhanced annual leave plus 3 Wellbeing Days per year

Paid family leave (maternity, paternity, surrogacy & adoption)

Agile working, including a Working from Abroad Policy

Support for ongoing growth & development

Inclusive policies on sickness, menopause, compassionate, and fertility leave

5 paid volunteering days to give back to your community

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