Role & seniority: Senior QA / Test Engineer (testing and test strategy focus) for eu-LISA/global opportunities.

Stack/tools: Oracle and SQL Server databases; WebLogic; Unix variants; object-oriented programming (J2EE); automated testing tools (e.g., WinRunner, QTP, Rational Robot); IP networking (HTTP/HTTPS, firewalls, routers); ITIL/ITSM foundations; ISTQB Foundations; basic project management methods.

Top 3 responsibilities

Develop test strategies, processes, procedures, and acceptance criteria; plan testing activities.
Perform testing, leverage/develop test tools, and implement test automation.
Report defects and drive improvements; interact with project teams and stakeholders.

Must-have skills: ISTQB Foundation; ITIL Foundations; 6+ years IT experience with 5+ years in testing; Oracle/SQL Server experience; WebLogic; Unix OS proficiency; understanding of OOP/J2EE; automation tools familiarity; solid networking knowledge (HTTP/HTTPS, firewalls, routers); strong planning, prioritization, and cross-team collaboration skills.
Nice-to-haves: Additional automated testing tools experience beyond listed (e.g., newer frameworks); proven ability to manage multiple diverse projects; strong reporting, risk, and quality logs; proactive problem solving and debugging skills.
Location & work type: Global locations; details per opportunity; specific work type not specified in the description.

Full Description

Spektrum have a wide range of exciting opportunities in several global locations. We are always looking to add great new talent to our team and look forward to hearing from you.

Background

eu-LISA is the European Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems in the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice (eu-LISA) manages large-scale IT systems to support the implementation of asylum, border management and migration policies in the European Union (EU). The Agency is also a front-runner for the digitalisation efforts of the EU's Justice and Home Affairs domain, building a new information architecture and contributing to the development of a new security ecosystem. Since the Agency's beginnings in 2012, eu-LISA has become the digital engine of the Schengen Area. With its activities and tasks, the Agency adds value to the EU Member States by supporting their efforts towards justice, security and freedom.

Task description

Develop test strategies
Develop test processes, procedures and documentation
Develop test acceptance criteria
Perform testing activities on technical products,
Report problems or failures leading to suggestions to improve or perfect the technical products
Use/develop test tools and performs test automation activities
Interact with project teams and other stakeholders in the framework of the tests organization and activities.

Education

Minimum 3 years of relevant education (bachelor or equivalent) after the secondary school

Minimum Experience

Minimum 6 years of relevant IT experience and minimum 5 years of testing experience

Additional needed qualification, knowledge and skills

International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Foundations Level certificate
ITIL/ITIL V3 foundations certification
Database skills, mainly in Oracle and SQL Server
Experience with WebLogic
Good experience with different Operating Systems, with emphasis on Unix variants
Good understanding of object oriented programming, J2EE architecture
Knowledge of automated testing tools, like WinRunner, QTP, Rational Robot, etc.
Must demonstrate an understanding of IP networking, protocols such as HTTP and HTTPS, firewalls, routers, etc.
Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple, diverse projects simultaneously
Must be flexible, independent and self-motivated
Punctual, Regular and consistent attendance
Good knowledge of project management standards and techniques

Intermediate Test Engineer