Sr QA engineer

MKS Instruments; Poznań; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work setup

Private health insurance

Annual bonus

Wellness programs

Language courses

Vacation allowance

Team-building activities

Chillout Room and modern office

Referral program

Job summary

MKS Instruments is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure quality and reliability of VCS solutions. You will design and execute manual and automated tests, develop automation frameworks using Python and JavaScript, and integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines.

Remote collaboration with cross-functional teams in the EU is expected. You will mentor junior QA engineers, perform API testing with RESTful tools, and contribute to performance testing and test environment management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer with significant involvement in both manual and automated testing using Python and JavaScript.
• Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and maintain effective automated test solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail in both manual and automated testing.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test strategies encompassing both manual and automated testing techniques.
• Contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of robust test automation frameworks using Python and JavaScript.
• Perform manual and automated testing of RESTful APIs using tools like Postman, Swagger, and automation libraries in Python and JavaScript.
• Integrate automated test scripts into CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous quality assurance.
• Identify, document, track, and verify defects with clear steps to reproduce and work with developers for timely resolution.
• Collaborate with performance engineers or contribute to basic performance testing efforts.
• Assist in setting up and maintaining test environments for manual and automated testing.
• Mentor junior QA engineers in testing best practices.

Skills

CS degree

Senior QA experience

Python testing

JavaScript testing

Automation framework

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Tools

Postman

Swagger

Python

JavaScript

Job description

A Day in Your Life at Atotech/MKS

As a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our VCS solutions. You will be a valuable part of a cross-functional teamlocatedin the EU,which includes system architects, PLC automation engineers, and the Commissioning team, to ensure seamless integration of software components and deliver high-quality products that exceed customer expectations.

In this role, you will play an instrumental role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our innovative solutions through meticulous manual testing and active involvement in test automation efforts. You will be responsible for understanding requirements, designing and executing manual test cases, identifying and reporting defects, and collaborating closely with the development team. Additionally, you will be expected to contribute to the automation strategy and participate in the development and maintenance of automated tests.

In this role, you will report to the Lead of VCS Platform Development Team.

I ndustrial Digital Solutions is at the forefront of developing innovative software solutions for the industrial sector. Our VCSfastCenterSCADA system facilitates smooth data acquisition, monitoring, and control of MSD industrial processes through the creation of efficient, reliable, secure, and high-performance automation projects. Software developed to run onfastCenterSCADA automates MSD industrial equipment, processes, and machinery.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Full-Spectrum Testing: Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test strategies encompassing both manual and automated testing techniques.

• Automation Framework Development and Maintenance: Contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of robust and scalable test automation frameworks using Python and JavaScript-based tools and libraries.

• API Testing (Manual & Automated):Perform manual and automated testing of RESTful APIs using tools like Postman, Swagger, and automation libraries in Python and JavaScript.

• Integration with CI/CD Pipelines: Integrate automated test scripts into the Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline to ensure continuous quality assurance.

• Defect Management: Identify, document, track, and verify defects with clear and concise steps to reproduce. Work closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution.

• Performance Testing: Collaborate with performance engineers or contribute to basic performance testing efforts using relevant tools.

• Test Environment Management: Assist in setting up and maintaining test environments for both manual and automated testing.

• Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing: Mentor junior QA engineers in both manual and automation testing best practices.

Skills You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Proven experience as a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer with significant involvement in both manual and automated testing using Python and JavaScript.

• Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and maintain effective automated test solutions.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail in both manual and automated testing.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

English Proficiency:

Ability to read and write technical documentation and communicate effectively with colleagues in English.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with other programming languages relevant for testing.

• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner).

• Knowledge of security testing principles and tools.

• Experience with Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).

• Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with industrial automation and/or printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing processes.

• Polish language skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation. Enjoy a fair and transparent salary structure and an annual bonus. We will share all the details with you before the first interview.

• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance. Benefit from a hybrid work setup (minimum 8 days per month in the office).

• Professional Growth & Development. Take your career to the next level with our Internal Training Center and online Language Courses in the office.

• Inclusive & Supportive Culture. Join a team that values diversity, collaboration, and open communication. We foster an environment where your ideas matter.

• Health & Well-being. We care about your health! Access private health insurance, life insurance, Multisport Card contribution, wellness programs, mental health support, and weekly yoga sessions.

• Extra Perks & Benefits. Enjoy a yearly vacation allowance, Christmas shopping cards, team-building activities, and annual company events.

• Workspace & Tools. Work in a brand-new office equipped with everything you need: ergonomic workstations, modern tools, a Chillout Room with board games, and space to relax.

• Recognition & Rewards. Your efforts won’t go unnoticed. We offer an anniversary bonus and an outstanding referral program bonus.

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