[Hiring] Senior Quality Assurance Engineer @Companjon

We are seeking a Senior QA Engineer to lead our quality assurance efforts by designing and implementing a holistic test strategy and working closely with our external automation partner for strategic and operational alignment. This role involves design and management of test cases for internal and customer-facing applications, and extensive collaboration with technical and non-technical product owners as well as developers to ensure that our solutions meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

• Define Test Strategy for existing as well as new platform components.
• Design and implement robust test plans and methodologies tailored to project requirements, ensuring thorough coverage of functional and non-functional aspects.
• Establish and maintain testing standards, guidelines, and documentation to facilitate consistent and efficient testing practices across the organization.
• Develop and execute detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases to validate software functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Work closely with our external automation partner and drive process improvements through detailed analysis of processes and quality metrics.
• Complete ownership of UAT process to sign off on quality of deliverables.
• Identify, document, and track bugs through to resolution, working closely with developers and other stakeholders.
• Enhance QA methodologies to ensure scalability and reliability of our software.
• Mentor junior QA staff and lead by example in all areas of quality assurance.
• Stay up-to-date with new testing methodologies and tools

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in software quality assurance, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role in agile teams.
• Track record of setting up a QA framework from scratch, including test automation
• Proven experience in leading and executing complex testing projects, involving API testing.
• Experience in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and test cases.
• Thorough understanding of automated testing tools and risk-based testing approach.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work with multiple deadlines
• Highly motivated and constantly aiming to improve processes 
• Fluency in English, other European languages a plus
• Start-up mindset- comfortable working in a highly dynamic environment, and confident to challenge the status quo
• Effective collaboration, negotiation and influencing skills
• ISTQB or similar certification is a plus

• Innovative remote working policy – We are proud to have introduced “Companjon onsite days”. You have the option to work remotely, apart from one week per month (with the option to add additional days when needed) in which we come all together in our Dublin office to strengthen relationships, reconnect… and have fun!
• Highly competitive salary – Our compensation package is very competitive in the market, with high growth potential.
• Unique career development - You will have the opportunity to accelerate your learning and career development by joining a fast-growing start-up.
• Possibility to have a strong impact and independence – We value your ideas and opinions. We believe that you can have a strong impact and you will work on meaningful tasks. You will have the opportunity to work on your own initiatives and take risks. Failures are part of the journey.
• Ownership of your future – We are growing fast, and you will have the opportunity to shape your own role and future in the company.
• Direct access to top management – You will work in direct contact with the top management. Giving you the opportunity to learn from highly experienced senior employees.
• Amazing diverse team – You will have the chance to work with brilliant people from different backgrounds, and cultures.
• Modern office with state-of-the-art tools – our office is located in the center of Dublin and is fully equipped to support our day-to-day activities. Moreover, we have a games room and a fully stocked kitchen with healthy snacks.
• Ongoing training and education – We offer unique internal/external training opportunities and development programs. Constant training available so employees remain the best-skilled in the market!
• Entertaining and fun events – We organise team building workshops and social events, and an annual offsite trip.