Senior Automation Tester / Quality Engineer

Technologies we use

Expected

• Java
• JMeter
• LoadRunner
• Jenkins
• Git

Optional

• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Cucumber.js
• Jira
• Xray
• Zephyr

Operating system

• Windows

About the project

We are looking for a Senior Automation Test Engineer who will also take on the responsibilities of a Quality Engineer in a unified, hands on leadership role.

You will design, develop, and execute test automation while leading quality initiatives, coordinating manual test efforts for critical business scenarios, and improving testing practices across the organisation.

This position is ideal for a detail oriented engineer with deep technical knowledge and a passion for driving efficiency, test scalability, and excellence in software delivery.

Sounds like your kind of challenge?

This is how we organize our work

This is how we work

• at the client's site
• agile
• scrum

Your responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test scripts for both back end and front end systems.
• Execute manual testing to validate key functionalities, ensuring comprehensive test coverage.
• Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and test strategies aligned with project requirements.
• Implement and track quality metrics to measure product stability and test effectiveness.
• Lead process and workflow improvements that optimise test execution and release efficiency.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high standards.
• Conduct performance and load testing (e.g. JMeter, LoadRunner) and API / back end testing (e.g. REST Assured).
• Evaluate new testing tools and technologies to continuously enhance automation frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to develop effective test strategies and deliver high quality software solutions.
• Note: Detailed project information will be shared during the recruitment process.

Our requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Automation Test Engineer or Quality Engineer.
• Strong programming skills in Java for test automation.
• Practical experience with performance testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner).
• Expertise in web, API and database testing, including REST Assured and Postman.
• Ability to create and maintain detailed test plans, strategy documents and quality reports.
• Hands on experience with manual testing of complex applications.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) and version control tools (Git).
• Strong leadership skills — ability to mentor, set standards and drive quality initiatives within teams.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with a proactive problem solving mindset.

Optional

• Familiarity with containerised environments (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud testing solutions.
• Exposure to BDD / Cucumber frameworks for behaviour driven testing.
• Knowledge of test management tools (JIRA, Xray, Zephyr) and reporting dashboards.
• Experience working in Agile / Scrum teams with continuous delivery pipelines.

What we offer

• Flexible cooperation model
• Hybrid work setup – remote days available depending on the client’s arrangements - 2 days a week from the office in Kraków
• Collaborative team culture – work alongside experienced professionals eager to share knowledge
• Continuous development – access to training platforms and growth opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits – including Interpolska Health Care, Multisport card, Warta Insurance, and more
• High quality equipment – laptop and essential software provided

This is how we work on a project

• Continuous Deployment
• Continuous Integration
• test automation
• testing environments

Benefits

• sharing the costs of sports activities
• private medical care
• sharing the costs of professional training & courses
• life insurance

Joining this project you’ll become part of Mindbox – a tech-driven company where consulting, engineering, and talent meet to build meaningful digital solutions. We’ll back you up every step of the way, accelerate your development, and ensure your skills make a difference.

Mindbox Sp. z o.o.

At Mindbox, we connect top IT talents with technology projects for leading enterprises across Europe.

Our focus is on matching your skills with work that matters – projects that use modern tech stacks, solve real business challenges, and give you space to grow. By joining us, you’ll deliver technology solutions for well-known brands, supported by the Mindbox team that values knowledge-sharing and continuous development. We make sure you have the tools, flexibility, and guidance to do your best work – and to keep moving forward in your career.