Test Engineer

Our Story
Unum Technology Centre in Carlow serves as a strategic software development and IT services centre supporting Unum, a leading provider of income protection in the US. Our team of IT professionals build solutions and critical business applications to digitally transform the way we do business.
We're looking for a mid-level Test Engineer to design and execute both manual and automated test plans, using tools like Selenium and TypeScript to ensure application reliability and performance. You'll collaborate closely with developers and analysts, contribute to Agile processes, and help improve test coverage through CI/CD integration. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of testing experience, strong skills in Selenium and React testing, and a proactive mindset for mentoring and continuous improvement.
The Role Design and execute manual and automated test plans to ensure application performance and reliability.
Build and maintain scalable automated test frameworks using tools like Selenium , Cucumber , and modern scripting languages.
Collaborate with developers and analysts to create comprehensive test strategies and improve testability across the SDLC.
Enhance test coverage and efficiency through automation and integration with CI/CD pipelines.
Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
Mentor junior team members and help evolve testing practices.
What You Offer 5+ years of experience in manual and automated software testing.
Strong hands-on experience with Selenium for UI automation.
Solid proficiency in TypeScript and familiarity with testing React applications .
Experience using Postman for API testing and working within CI/CD environments like Azure DevOps.
Good understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies .
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration abilities in cross-functional teams.
Bonus: Familiarity with mainframe technologies is a plus.
What We Offer Our size and successful history in Carlow means we can offer you exceptional development and progression, supported by continual learning programs, IT Certifications & third level tuition reimbursement. We offer work-life-balance with flexible working arrangements (including hybrid) and initiatives in support of your well-being. Our attractive range of benefits and reward initiatives includes competitive compensation, 25 days annual leave, paid health insurance, pension scheme, annual performance-based bonus, paid maternity/paternity/adoptive leave, reward programs, and an opportunity to engage with charity and community activities.
Company:
Unum

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