QA Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Kraków; Vor Ort; PLN 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Private medical care and life保险

Fitness and wellness programs

Equipment for working from home

Home office allowance

Spectacles and contact lensesAllowance

Zusammenfassung

Hitachi Energy Services SP. Z O.O. in Krakow is seeking a QA Engineer to join a product team developing advanced energy applications, including power system algorithms.

You will collaborate with software developers, researchers, and product management to deliver reliable energy solutions. The role focuses on planning and executing testing strategies, designing automated and manual test cases in a CI/CD environment, and validating with real lab equipment.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance.
• Proven experience in test automation using Python.
• Willingness to develop expertise in Power Systems; prior knowledge is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as OPC, IEC 60870-5-104, MODBUS, and IEEE C37.118 is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes is an advantage.
• Familiarity with BDD testing approaches, including Gherkin notation, is a plus.
• ISTQB certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, test design techniques, and testing tools.
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies, SDLC, and version control systems such as Git.
• Experience with performance, security, or compliance testing is an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Plan and execute comprehensive testing strategies based on business requirements and solution designs.
• Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test cases covering functional and non-functional requirements.
• Be part of a development team delivering customer-ready solutions.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to improve release quality.
• Work with physical laboratory equipment to validate real-life scenarios.
• Manage test execution and reporting using Zephyr Scale and Azure DevOps.
• Collaborate with developers to identify, investigate, and resolve software issues.
• Collaborate across teams to continuously improve QA processes and product reliability.
• Actively participate in Agile development processes and promote software testing best practices.
• Develop domain knowledge in Power Systems to support the full product lifecycle and continuous improvement.
• Mentor team members and advocate for quality assurance principles across the organization.

Kenntnisse

Test automation

Python

Agile/Scrum

Problem solving

Team mentoring

QA methodologies

SDLC

Git

Gherkin/BDD

Automation design

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure DevOps

Zephyr Scale

Git

Gherkin

OPC

IEC 60870-5-104

MODBUS

IEEE C37.118

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland

Job ID: R0148601

Date Posted: 2026-10-20

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SERVICES SP. Z O.O.

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

The opportunity Join Hitachi Energy and become part of a global team driving innovation in the energy sector. As a QA Engineer, you will join a product team developing advanced energy applications, including algorithms that determine the state of electrical power networks. You will work closely with software developers, scientists from Hitachi Energy Research, and Product Management to deliver smarter, greener, and more reliable energy solutions.

How you'll make an impact

• Plan and execute comprehensive testing strategies based on business requirements and solution designs.
• Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test cases covering functional and non-functional requirements.
• Be part of a development team delivering customer-ready solutions.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to improve release quality.
• Work with physical laboratory equipment to validate real-life scenarios.
• Manage test execution and reporting using Zephyr Scale and Azure DevOps.
• Collaborate with developers to identify, investigate, and resolve software issues.
• Collaborate across teams to continuously improve QA processes and product reliability.
• Actively participate in Agile development processes and promote software testing best practices.
• Develop domain knowledge in Power Systems to support the full product lifecycle and continuous improvement.
• Mentor team members and advocate for quality assurance principles across the organization.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance.
• Proven experience in test automation using Python.
• Willingness to develop expertise in Power Systems; prior knowledge or experience in this area is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as OPC, IEC 60870-5-104, MODBUS, and IEEE C37.118 is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes is an advantage.
• Familiarity with BDD testing approaches, including Gherkin notation, is a plus.
• ISTQB certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, test design techniques, and testing tools.
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies, SDLC, and version control systems such as Git.
• Experience with performance, security, or compliance testing is an advantage.
• Ability to solve complex technical problems and make decisions that positively impact product quality.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and continuous learning.

More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out. We can provide more information during the recruitment process.

• Private medical care and life insurance
• Access to fitness and wellness programs
• Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks
• Employee Capital Plans (PPK)
• Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home
• Spectacles and contact lenses allowance
• Company events and team-building activities
• Psychological support program
• Free parking available

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

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