QA Automation Tester (H/F/X)

To support one of our clients, a leading European institution at the heart of global diplomacy and international cooperation, Leonardo Belgium is seeking an experienced QA Automation Tester with strong skills in test automation. This role is designed for skilled professionals eager to contribute to the development, testing, and deployment of digital solutions that support Europe’s international diplomatic missions.

Job Specifications

• Hybrid setting, on site and nearby (Brussels)

• Type of contract: Freelance (or open to create a VAT)

• CV format: Europass

• Starting date : ASAP

• Eligibly to undergo a Personal Security Clearance (PSC) required

As a QA Automation Tester, you will play a central role in both the technical implementation and the coordination of testing activities. Working in close collaboration with project teams, you will ensure the quality, stability, and performance of applications and systems that serve diplomatic missions worldwide. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Designing comprehensive test plans, test strategies, and test cases based on functional and technical specifications

• Creating and executing manual and automated test scenarios, covering functional, integration, performance, and regression testing

• Coordinating testing activities across teams, tracking test progress, reporting results, and managing defect lifecycles

• Developing and maintaining test automation scripts using tools like Selenium, SoapUI, or NeoLoad

• Supporting the configuration and deployment of test tools, and contributing to test data preparation using SQL or other relevant technologies

• Collaborating with developers and stakeholders to troubleshoot issues and continuously improve testing processes and code quality

Experience & Knowledge:

• Proven experience in software testing and test automation, preferably in complex or international environments

• Strong background in designing and executing automated test frameworks

• Hands-on experience with test automation tools: Selenium, SoapUI, NeoLoad

• Good knowledge of test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, ServiceNow)

• Familiarity with continuous integration/delivery environments (e.g., Docker, Jenkins)

Soft Skills:

• Rapid self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving

• Good interpersonal and communication skills

• Strong teamwork abilities with a focus on collaboration in an agile environment

• Analytical mindset and problem-solving orientation

Tools and methodologies used

• Testing : Selenium, Soap UI, NeoLoad

• IDEs: Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, JetBrains PhpStorm, Microsoft Visual Studio Code

• Programming languages and frameworks: JavaScript (jQuery, Angular, TypeScript, Vue.js, KendoUI), Java (Spring, Struts, Hibernate), PHP (Symfony, Laravel, Drupal), ColdFusion (FuseBox), SQL/PL-SQL, HTML5, CSS (Bootstrap)

• Project Management: Confluence JIRA, ServiceNow

• Methodologies: PM² and PM² Agile, Kanban, Scrum

What’s in it for you?

• An exciting role and opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that shape Europe’s digital future

• A hybrid work schedule, blending in-office collaboration with the convenience of working from home

• Access to training programs that promote skill enhancement and professional growth, to stay updated with the latest technologies and practices

• Collaboration with diverse teams in a multicultural environment, providing exposure to various perspectives and ideas

• A commitment to your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth

• Engaging events and a comprehensive onboarding program

Once we receive your CV, we will evaluate it carefully. Should there be a match for this or any other position at Leonardo Belgium, we will be in touch with you. In case there is no match now, we will make sure to keep your CV in consideration for future vacancies!