Software Tester, Java, senior (Freelance possible)

As a Senior Functional Tester, you are in charge of checking that the developed software operates as expected, on both technical and functional level. You support the other members of the software design and delivery team by bringing your expertise. You are responsible for functional and non-functional testing, end-to-end testing with external partners, from integration to qualification as well as end user support for acceptance testing. You also play a role in the continuous improvement effort of testing processes and the implementation of quality assurance.

You will report to the Software Team Leader and work in close contact with functional analysts, developers and engineers within our operations department.

As Senior Functional Tester (automated for API’s + manual for UI’s), your main responsibilities will include…

• To define the test strategy ;
• To review business requests and analysis documents ;
• To create and execute test cases, scenarios and plans ;
• To follow up on defects and issues and write test reports ;
• To automate test cases by using different tools depending on technologies and needs ;
• To support the involved teams and to assist your team in the estimation of the test effort and test plan required for projects ;
• To improve processes and test deliverables ;

Technical skills… You have…

• A bachelor’s degree or above ;
• Minimal 5 years of relevant experience in software testing (manual and automated);
• Experience with Manual testing, API testing and building test strategies;
• Strong knowledge of testing processes and methodologies (ISTQB certification is an asset);
• Experience in testing Java services, web services, REST API’s, proxy services and open standards such as XML, XSD, WSDL ;
• Solid experience in analyzing and modelling complex processes and workflows;
• Knowledge of tools such as Jira, Xray and ReadyAPI. Katalon or Selenium are a plus;
• Experience working in Agile environments;
• Experience with Groovy Script or equivalence;
• Nice to have: familiarity with public administration systems.

Softskills….You are …

• Fluent in both Dutch/English or French/ English and you at least have a good understanding of the language for which you wouldn’t be fluent;
• A real teamplayer at ease with sharing knowledge and best practices with colleagues, able to create an atmosphere of openness;
• Attentive to details, have strong analytical and communication skills;
• Result driven and never diminish quality for speed ;

Where are you going to work…

1000 Brussels & Homeworking: 40% in the office on Monday (fixed day), Wednesday or Friday + 60% homeworking

📝Your profile

Roles

• Application Tester - Level: Senior

Languages

• English - Level: Full professional proficiency
• Dutch - Level: Professional working proficiency
• French - Level: Professional working proficiency

Skills

• Defining test strategies - Level: Expert
• Jira - Level: Intermediate
• Manual (UI) Testing - Level: Expert
• Katalon/Selenium - Level: Nice to have
• OWASP Security Verification - Level: Beginner
• Test Automation of API's - Level: Advanced
• groovy script - Level: Intermediate
• Jira Plug-in X-ray - Level: Intermediate
• ReadyAPI - Level: Intermediate
• Analyzing and modelling complex processes and workflows - Level: Advanced

💼 Offer

You will be part of a growing Belgian SME where initiative and personal development are encouraged. We will provide you with an enjoyable work environment with fun colleagues. We will work out a career plan with you, with attention and a budget for extra education/certification. You can count on an attractive salary, supplemented with extra-legal benefits, including a company car.
(Freelance is also possible)