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Software Quality Engineer: Test Automation

Reference Number:  3334
Contract Type:  Regular
Working Time:  Full-Time

Hannover Re – as one of the world’s leading reinsurers, we provide coverage for the risks of yesterday, today and tomorrow. Our strength? Connecting Power: Within our global team of around 4,000 colleagues, we bring together knowledge, perspectives and a strong sense of responsibility. We rely on one another, challenge ourselves and continuously develop both our services and our products. Whether working with risk calculation models, developing digital tools or creating pragmatic solutions for our clients: here, you can contribute your expertise and actively shape what comes next. Sounds good? Get to know us as a reliable employer and find your place with us.

Let's connect: If you want to experience how things are done in the GIT-BG Underwriting Solutions P&C team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a permanent basis, commencing at the earliest possible date as a Software Quality Engineer: Test Automation. 

 

In this role, you will be responsible for building, further developing, and operating a modern test automation environment for our software products. Together with our agile development teams, you’ll ensure that the quality, stability, and maintainability of applications are integral parts of the development process from the very beginning.

 

You’ll work closely with software engineers, product owners, business analysts, and DevOps engineers, actively contributing your expertise in test strategies, test automation, and quality assurance to the development process. 

 

You can look forward to

  • Design, develop, and maintain automated tests for web applications, APIs, and data-driven solutions
  • Development of a sustainable strategy for test automation and continuous improvement of existing approaches
  • Integrate automated tests into Azure DevOps pipelines and CI/CD processes
  • Analyse and resolve issues in test environments and automated test frameworks
  • Advise development teams on test methodologies, test data management, testability, and shift-left testing practices
  • Ensure the quality of applications built with .NET/C#, Angular, and Databricks while working in agile Scrum teams

You come equipped with

  • Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable qualification
  • Several years of experience in test automation for software applications within agile development environments
  • Strong expertise in test automation, ideally with Playwright, as well as Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Git
  • Good knowledge of .NET/C# and experience with modern web applications and test data management
  • Business-fluent German and conversational English skills, enabling precise and audience-appropriate communication, including in an international environment
  • An analytical and solution-oriented mindset, along with the ability to successfully drive quality initiatives across a diverse range of stakeholders

You may not meet every requirement listed in the job description. However, if you bring strong expertise and identify with our values Responsibility, We-spirit and Drive, we look forward to receiving your application!

 

We offer you

  • Flexibility: A hybrid work model with flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave
  • Work Abroad: Up to 30 days a year within the EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland
  • Financial Benefits: Company pension scheme, employee shares at favourable conditions, vacation and Christmas allowances as well as financial participation in the company's success 
  • Worry-free Relocation: Wrap-around (financial) support for your accommodation search and relocation to Hannover 
  • Lifelong Learning: Innovative programme of further training, including e-learning, specialist seminars, soft skills training, language courses, opportunities for work shadowing in other departments
  • Digital Fitness: In short training sessions, we show you how to make your daily work more efficient and smarter using our AI tools – especially Microsoft Copilot
  • Healthy Work Environment: Ergonomic workstations, outstanding canteen with rich selection of regional dishes ranging from vegan to hearty made with organic ingredients
  • Corporate Fitness: Epassi membership (formerly Hansefit) across Germany or at Daily Fitness gym in Hannover (here also with access for family members)
  • Corporate Benefits: Discounts on products and services from well-known vendors (including travel, fashion and technology)
  • Individual Family Support: Company daycare facility and free, anonymous external counselling on personal, professional and psychological matters
  • Mobility: Ease of mobility with a free pass on local public transport (Deutschlandticket) and bicycle leasing (JobRad) [only for permanent contracts], free parking and electric charging stations for cars and bikes
  • Connecting Power: Together we enjoy parties, team events and internal networking activities

 

We are #somewhatdifferent – people with their own stories, experiences, and career paths. Everyone is welcome! Apply with just one click on the „Apply now“-button and become part of our diverse team! We'd love to hear about your skills and experiences. No need to upload a photo – it won't impact your application.

 

More on our work environment, your entry opportunities and development prospects can be found at www.hannover-re.com/en/career.

 

Mara Wagner | Hannover Re | personnel@hannover-re.com 

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