Software Test Engineer; Web Application

From cutting-edge milking systems and herd management tools to innovative feeding and barn equipment we provide everything you need to enhance productivity and animal welfare. Explore our comprehensive range of products designed for every farm size and type. Join thousands of satisfied farmers worldwide who trust GEA Farming to optimize their dairy operations.

As a Software System Test Engineer you will join GEA Farm Technologies GmbH within the Design Validation Centre at our Belfast location. You will contribute to exciting projects in digital agriculture ensuring the quality and reliability of our web-based systems.

You will independently take on the following responsibilities :

• Plan implement and execute automated tests for web applications (frontend backend and database) using Robot Framework Browser Library or Cypress within a CI / CD pipeline.
• Create and execute automated test sequences in accordance with defined test specifications.
• Contribute to the implementation of GEAs test strategy including the definition, selection and documentation of test cases.
• Utilize Jira X-Ray as a test management tool to manage and track all testing activities.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-site teams and external development partners.
• Analyse, optimise and refine test plans in terms of time and cost, planning, resource allocation, technical feasibility and test phases.
• Prepare document and evaluate test results including test protocols, reports and defect descriptions ensuring full compliance with documentation standards.

Successfully completed (technical) university degree in electrical engineering, computer science or a comparable qualification.

Professional experience in software development is an advantage.

Strong methodological knowledge in design validation and testing across all project phases from requirements analysis to go‑live.

Solid understanding of web service architectures (RESTful services, web applications).

Proven experience in test automation ideally with Robot Framework Browser Library or Cypress.

Hands‑on experience with Dev Ops including CI / CD and automation processes.

Familiarity with embedded systems, Python and Docker is an advantage.

Experience with Jira X-Ray and standard test management methodologies.

ISTQB Foundation Level Certification (or higher) is required.

Strong ability to work independently and take initiative; excellent communication skills; team‑oriented, resilient and committed.

Fluent in English both written and spoken.

Proficient in MS Office, operating systems and databases (e.g. SQL).

Passion for new technologies and interest in web applications connected to embedded systems combined with pragmatic judgement and a hands‑on mindset.

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• Continuous Integration
• APIs
• Jenkins
• Junit
• Quality Assurance
• Agile
• Testng
• Software Testing
• Java
• Test Automation
• Cucumber
• Selenium

Employment Type:

Full‑Time

Experience:

years

Vacancy: 1