
Senior IT Automation Tester (Python + Robot Framework)
OPTIVEUM sp. z o.o. • Capon Bridge, West Virginia, United States
**Role & seniority: ** Senior IT Automation Tester (Python + Robot Framework), 5+ years experience
**Stack/tools: ** Python, Robot Framework; Gherkin; Qtest; Jenkins/Bamboo (CI basics); Git; Jira/Confluence (Atlassian); SQL (MSSQL); HTTP protocols; file formats (XML/CSV/JSON); CI/CD-related workflows
**Top 3 responsibilities: **
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Plan and execute manual/automated testing to ensure delivery quality and meet deadlines
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Create/maintain test documentation, analyze results, and support defect management
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Build and improve automation framework; write automated test cases and support production issue resolution
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Must-have skills:
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Strong hands-on Python + Robot Framework
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Ability to work with HTTP and common data/file formats (XML/CSV/JSON)
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SQL skills for MSSQL (write queries) and test data/environment setup
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Understanding of Agile and defect/progress reporting (e.g., via Qtest)
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Advanced English; analytical/problem-solving skills
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Nice-to-haves:
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ISTQB Foundation
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Experience with Java testing frameworks (JUnit/TestNG/Cucumber)
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Location & work type: Warsaw/Gdańsk/Gdynia; hybrid, ~3 days/week in office; B2B contract signed with Optiveum
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Rate: up to 120 PLN/h net + VAT
Full Description
Senior IT Automation Tester (Python + Robot Framework) For our client, a dynamic international organization, we are currently looking for an experienced Senior IT Automation Tester to join their team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the high quality of deliveries by driving both manual and automated testing initiatives.
Key details
Rate: Up to 120 PLN/h net + VAT
Work model: Hybrid (3 days a week from the office)
Location: Warsaw, Gdańsk, or Gdynia
Contract: B2B agreement (signed directly with Optiveum)
Your responsibilities
- Planning, coordinating, controlling, and executing testing activities to ensure high-quality software delivery.
- Creating and maintaining test documentation, evaluating results, and assisting with defect management.
- Implementing manual and automated test cases, along with continuous framework improvements.
- Executing test cases according to project deadlines and reporting progress using dedicated tools (e.g., Qtest).
- Providing testing support to effectively resolve any production issues.
- Writing test cases for automated tests (using Gherkin or other languages) and applying best practices with test tools.
- Analyzing requirements, creating test data, and setting up test environments and service virtualization to increase team efficiency.
- Collaborating closely with stakeholders and capability leads.
What we expect from you
- 5+ years of hands-on software testing experience.
- Strong practical knowledge of Python and Robot Framework.
- Experience with various file formats (XML, CSV, JSON, etc.) and HTTP protocols.
- Familiarity with databases (MSSQL) and the ability to create SQL queries.
- Basic knowledge of CI tools (Jenkins/Bamboo) and GIT flow.
- Solid understanding of Agile software development principles.
- Experience working with Atlassian software (Jira, Confluence).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced command of the English language.
Nice to have
- ISTQB Foundation certification.
- Experience with Java-based testing frameworks (JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber).
What we offer
- A stable B2B cooperation agreement signed directly with Optiveum as your contracting party.
- Transparent working conditions and ongoing support from our team throughout the entire cooperation.
- The opportunity to work in a collaborative, international environment with a Swedish organizational culture.