Senior Software Test Engineer

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

4–7 years of hands‑on experience testing distributed, microservices‑based applications, including test strategy definition, design, execution, and maintenance.

Strong expertise in automated testing frameworks such as Robot Framework and Python for service‑level and end‑to‑end testing across backend and consumer‑facing applications.

Proficiency in API testing (RESTful services), including contract validation, payload verification, error handling, and service dependency checks.

Hands‑on experience with containerisation technologies (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes), including deployment validation and scalability testing.

Working knowledge of cloud platforms and their deployment models.

Experience supporting applications deployed via CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Bitbucket) with understanding of microservices promotion across environments.

Proficiency with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence), test management tools (TestRail), and version control systems (Git).

Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, microservices concepts, and test methodologies with ability to collaborate across development, DevOps, and testing teams.

Demonstrated ability to write clear test cases, maintain accurate documentation, and track quality metrics in fast‑moving environments.

Broader exposure to advanced automation strategies or scripting for test environments.

Certifications in testing frameworks, cloud technologies, or DevOps practices.

Experience with performance testing and monitoring tools.

Familiarity with security testing or compliance validation in microservices architectures.

Resourceful with strong analytical and communication skills at all organisational levels.

Self-starter with excellent time management, attention to detail, and initiative.

Proven ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional and cross-cultural teams.

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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