Role & seniority

Stack/tools

Test: test strategies, planning, acceptance criteria, defect management

Tools: qTest, TOSCA, JMeter, JIRA; experience with automated testing

Tech: Unix variants, RDBMS, networking, containers/virtualization

Certifications: ISTQB Foundation, ITIL V3 Foundation

Optional: IBM Cognos experience

Top 3 responsibilities

Develop, maintain and contribute to test strategies, planning, processes and documentation
Execute, monitor and control testing activities; manage defects; ensure quality and test deliverables
Report progress to stakeholders; interact with project teams; support risk, issue, quality logs and automation efforts

Must-have skills

English C1 minimum; French knowledge a plus
6+ years IT experience; 4+ years in testing
Solid testing practices and diverse OS, RDBMS, networking, and container/virtual environments
Experience with automated testing tools (qTest, TOSCA, JMeter, JIRA)
Ability to manage multiple projects, strong problem solving and debugging skills
Understanding of high-availability IT systems and architectures; cross-group collaboration

Nice-to-haves

Location & work type

Location: Strasbourg, France (EU Institution)

Type: Full-time, Cadre (senior), on-site or equivalent arrangement per organization policy

Notes

Full Description

We are looking for an Automated Tester to work on the development, maintenance and contribution of test strategies and planning at an EU Institution in Strasbourg.

Develop, maintain and contribute to test strategies and planning;
Contribute to and apply test processes, procedures and documentation
Contribute to and review technical specifications, requirements and develop test acceptance criteria and other test deliverables;
Perform, control and monitor testing activities on technical products;
Ensure proper defect management;
Report problems or failures leading to suggestions to improve or perfect the technical products;
Report progress of testing activities to several stakeholders;
Use/develop test tools and perform test automation activities;
Interact with project teams and other stakeholders in the framework of the tests organization and other activities.

C1 level of English minimum. Any knowledge of French is an asset.
Minimum 4 years of relevant education (master or equivalent) after the secondary school.
Minimum 6 years of relevant IT experience and minimum 4 years of testing experience.
Experience in IBM Cognos is a highly desirable asset.
International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Foundation Level certificate;
ITIL/ITIL V3 foundations certification;
Solid understanding of testing practices;
Good experience with different Operating Systems, with emphasis on Unix variants, RDBMS and networking concepts, containers and virtual environments;
Knowledge of (automated) testing tools, like qTest, TOSCA, JMeter and JIRA etc.;
Must demonstrate an understanding of complex high-availability IT systems and IT architectures;
Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple, diverse projects simultaneously;
Must be flexible, independent and self-motivated;
Punctual, regular and consistent attendance;
Good reporting methods;
Understanding of project management and support issues including managing risks issues quality and actions logs;
Strong cross-group collaboration abilities and client oriented (support);
Excellent problem solving, debugging/troubleshooting technical skills.

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