Software Test Engineer

We are looking for a talented Software Test Engineer to join our crazy team of people that believe they can change the world. In this role, you will be instrumental in crafting a robust test strategy, developing and optimizing test automation routines and tools, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions for plant phenotyping. If you are passionate about quality assurance and have a keen eye for detail, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Test Automation
  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using industry-standard tools and frameworks.
  • Help other team members to contribute tests for their components to the overall test suite.
  • Work with domain specialists to ensure the automated tests cover functional, regression, and performance testing.
• Test Strategy
  • Collaborate with other developers to design effective test plans and strategies.
  • Identify testing needs and create test plans and test cases that reflect the applicative needs.
• Test Integration and Reporting
  • Integrate automated tests into the build and deployment pipelines to ensure timely and efficient testing of builds.
  • Ensure that the automated tests run smoothly and analyse results to ensure the quality of our software solutions.
  • Report and document software defects, track their resolution, and verify fixes through re-testing.
  • Work with the DevOps engineer to enhance and maintain the build and test automation infrastructure.
• Collaboration
  • Work closely with development, product management, and UX to understand requirements and target quality standards.
  • Provide training and support to team members on automated testing practices and tools.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of the software quality.
• Documentation
  • Create and maintain documentation related to test scripts, test results, and testing processes.
  • Ensure that all testing documentation is comprehensive, accurate, and accessible.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of professional experience as a software test engineer.
• Knowledge of programming languages like C++, Python, Typescript, and bash
• Knowledge of SQL is a plus
• Feel comfortable in a multi-platform environment (primarily Linux, but also macOS and Windows)
• Experience with automated test frameworks such as Selenium or Doctest
• Experience with performance testing and profiling tools as well as API testing tools
• Familiarity with make-based build systems and container technologies (LXC)
• Solid understanding of version control systems, particularly Mercurial
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues effectively
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• A passion for staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies in software testing and automation
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and methodologies
• Candidates should feel at home in a small, empowered development team

Our culture

• We have an open and informal culture.
• We communicate transparently about company performance.
• We value your freedom, commitment, and responsibilities.

How we work

• We prioritise in-house value creation, only outsourcing what we cannot confidently do ourselves.
• Our processes don’t own us – we own them. If they don't help us, we change them.

Our Team

• You will inspire and be inspired by an ambitious, intelligent, and crazy group of international people who believe they can save the world!
• We like to spend time together outside of work, enjoying activities like bouldering, wakeboarding, and cycling.

Perks of working at Phenospex

• We have a fast and streamlined onboarding process that allows you to start making your impact quickly.
• We encourage your participation and offer lots of room for personal and professional growth.
• We offer a competitive and performance-oriented compensation package.
• Work flexible hours with up to 50% of your time remote.
• Enjoy 6 weeks of paid vacation each year, plus an extra day off on your birthday – because the best gift is extra time!
• Build your ideal tech setup, including a high-performance laptop, state-of-the-art noise-cancelling headset. Whether it’s Windows, Linux, or Apple – it’s your tech, so it’s your choice.
• Celebrate with us at regular team events and two annual parties.
• Work in our spacious, air-conditioned office and relax in our modern facilities. Challenge your colleagues to a game of table soccer (we take it seriously!), then take a break at our excellent cafeteria, offering free drinks, great coffee, healthy snacks … and a sugar fix too!