Senior System Test Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Kraków; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Fitness programs

Benefits platform

Employee Capital Plans (PPK)

Home office equipment allowance

Spectacles allowance

Company events

Psychological support

Free parking

Job summary

Hitachi, Ltd. in Kraków seeks a Senior System Test Team member to drive automated Python testing and ensure high-quality mission-critical communication systems.

You’ll develop test frameworks, implement functional and non-functional tests, and collaborate across developers, QA experts, product owners, and system architects. You will help expand the lab by installing equipment and advancing testing strategies while mentoring teammates in QA best practices, with English communication across

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc degree in IT, Telecommunication, Computer Science, Electronics or similar area.
• At least 5+ years of experience in Python testing.
• Strong knowledge of test automation tools and frameworks including Pytest and UI test automation frameworks (e.g. Playwright).
• Experience with Linux systems, Bash, Git, virtualization, containers, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Network management skills with TCP/IP, VLANs, SNMP/MPLS; testing network management software is a plus.
• Experience with laboratory test equipment is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently, solution-oriented, willingness to learn, and strong English communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform exploration tests and develop automated tests in Python.
• Implement functional and non-functional tests.
• Develop and automate test procedures and frameworks.
• Create test strategies and infrastructure aligned with project goals.
• Install and configure network equipment to support testing lab expansion.
• Collaborate with developers, QA experts, Product Owners, domain experts and system architects.
• Ensure traceability of test cases to requirements; maintain test plans and reports.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in testing processes and tools.
• Mentor team members in test methodologies across SAFe/SCRUM R&D teams.
• Focus on safety and integrity, acting responsibly for colleagues and business.

Skills

Python testing

Test automation

Independent working

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT/Telecommunication/CS/Electronics

Tools

Pytest

Playwright

Linux

Bash

Git

CI/CD

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our team to assure quality for Hitachi Energy Mission Critical Communication systems! It is a unique opportunity for you to develop your skills in international, interdisciplinary, talented teams testing reliable network solutions.

Link: FOX Multiservice Platform | Hitachi Energy

How you'll make an impact

• As Senior System Test Team member, perform exploration tests and develop automated tests in Python


• Implement functional and non-functional tests


• Take part in the development and automation of test procedures and frameworks


• Create efficient test strategies and test infrastructure ensuring alignment with project goals and technical requirements


• Contribute to laboratory expansion by installing and configuring network equipment


• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including developers, quality experts, product owners, domain experts and system architects


• Ensure traceability of test cases to requirements, create and maintain test documentation including test plans and test reports


• Contribute to continuous improvement in testing processes and tools


• Support the adoption of QA best practices and mentor team members in test methodologies across SAFe/SCRUM R&D teams


• Focusing on safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• BSc or MSc degree in IT, Telecommunication, Computer Science, Electronics or similar area


• At least 5+ years of experience in Python testing


• Strong knowledge of test automation tools and frameworks including Pytest and UI test automation frameworks (e.g. Playwright)


• Experience with Linux systems, Bash, Git, virtualization, containers, and CI/CD pipelines


• Network management skills, e.g. VLANs configuration, understanding of TCP/IP stack or communication protocols (e.g. SNMP, MPLS), testing network management software is an advantage


• Experience with laboratory test equipment is and advantage


• Ability to work independently, solutions-oriented approach, willingness to learn and strong communication skills with spoken and written English

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.

Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:

• 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.