Test Automation Engineer

Xylem; Padova; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

hybrid work model

company canteen

Job summary

Xylem’s R&D Center of Excellence in Montecchio Maggiore (VI) is seeking a Test Automation Engineer to design and implement automated tests ensuring top product quality. You will develop test scripts, analyze results, and collaborate with development teams to identify and resolve issues, driving continuous improvement of testing frameworks and methodologies.

You will define testing strategies, create test documentation, and perform functional, regression, and integration testing, while advancing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience with embedded firmware and application development.
• Fluency in English and Italian.
• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Hands-on experience with Jenkins, Docker, and regression pipeline management.
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools: Jira (including RTM plugin), Bitbucket, and Confluence.
• Knowledge of signal processing and communication protocols.
• Strong ability to document, track, and manage project details with precision.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive test plans and testing strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define testing requirements.
• Create and maintain clear and detailed test documentation.
• Perform functional, regression, and integration testing.
• Design and build automated test scripts and frameworks.
• Continuously improve automation processes and coverage.
• Evaluate and integrate new tools, technologies, and best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends and innovation in test automation.

Skills

Python

Embedded firmware

Test automation

English

Italian

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Jenkins

Docker

Jira (RTM plugin)

Bitbucket

Confluence

Job description

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

THE ROLE

Our R&D Center of Excellence in Montecchio Maggiore (VI) is looking for a Test Automation Engineer to join our team.

In this role, you will design and implement automated tests to ensure the highest standards of product quality. You will develop test scripts, analyze results, and collaborate closely with development teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of testing frameworks, tools, and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive test plans and testing strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define testing requirements.
• Create and maintain clear and detailed test documentation.
• Perform functional, regression, and integration testing.
• Design and build automated test scripts and frameworks.
• Continuously improve automation processes and coverage.
• Evaluate and integrate new tools, technologies, and best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends and innovation in test automation.

Competencies & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience with embedded firmware and application development.
• Fluency in English and Italian.
• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Hands-on experience with Jenkins, Docker, and regression pipeline management.
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools: Jira (including RTM plugin), Bitbucket, and Confluence.
• Knowledge of signal processing and communication protocols.
• Strong ability to document, track, and manage project details with precision.

CONTRACT: Permanent

BENEFITS:

• Company bonus
• company canteen
• hybrid work model

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.