Test Automation Engineer | Test Automation Engineer (all genders)

]init[ AG

Leipzig, Sachsen, Deutschland
Published Jan 7, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role seeks a detail-oriented professional to actively shape and advance test automation within agile projects focused on modern IT solutions with societal relevance. The Test Automation Engineer will be responsible for the specification, planning, implementation, and execution of automated tests, documenting results, and maintaining test environments. A key focus is integrating testing processes into CI/CD pipelines and collaborating closely with colleagues through pair programming and code reviews. Candidates must bring 3+ years of experience automating tests for complex websites or specialized applications, proficiency with modern frameworks like Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium, and knowledge of current test methods and quality assurance.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Business Information Technology, Computer Science, or comparable qualification

Experience

  • 3+ years experience in test automation of complex website projects or specialized applications
  • Experience with current test automation frameworks (e.g., Playwright, Cypress, Selenium)
  • Practical experience in object-oriented programming languages (Java or JavaScript)
  • Experience with testing Microservice architectures (Desirable)
  • Experience with load and performance tests (Desirable)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • ISTQB certification (Desirable); Confidential security check may be required post-offer.