Software Test Engineer (Web Application)

Belfast - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 29-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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.

Responsibilities / Tasks

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 BrowserLibrary 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 optimize 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.

Your Profile / Qualifications

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 phasesfrom requirements analysis to go-live.
Solid understanding of web service architectures (RESTful services web applications).
Proven experience in test automation ideally with Robot Framework BrowserLibrary or Cypress.
Hands-on experience with DevOps 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 judgment and a hands-on mindset.

Did we spark your interest
Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

Responsibilities / Tasks

You will independently take on the following responsibilities:

Plan implement and execute automated tests for web applications (frontend backend and database) using Robot Framework BrowserLibrary 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 optimize 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.

Your Profile / Qualifications

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 phasesfrom requirements analysis to go-live.
Solid understanding of web service architectures (RESTful services web applications).
Proven experience in test automation ideally with Robot Framework BrowserLibrary or Cypress.
Hands-on experience with DevOps 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 judgment and a hands-on mindset.

Did we spark your interest
Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.

Key Skills

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

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GEA

GEA makes an important contribution to a sustainable future with its solutions and services, particularly in the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors.

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