QA & Testing Automation Sr. Specialist

Join UsAt Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.Job SummaryThe QA & Test Automation Sr. Specialist (COPs Tribe) is responsible for designing, executing, and maintaining comprehensive testing strategies to ensure software quality across manual and automated processes. This role involves mentoring junior testers, collaborating closely with development teams, and playing a key part in enhancing automation frameworks. The engineer will contribute to test planning, lead test execution, and advocate for continuous improvement in quality practices.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:Test Strategy & PlanningParticipate in defining test strategies for projects.Develop test plans, test cases, and automation scripts.Contribute to best practices and standards for test execution and documentation.Test Execution & AutomationExecute manual and automated test cases across platforms.Design and maintain automation scripts for functional, regression, and smoke testing.Integrate test suites within CI/CD pipelines and monitor execution.Mentorship & ReviewMentor and support junior testers with technical guidance and code reviews.Share knowledge of tools and practices through documentation or training sessions.Collaboration & Requirements AnalysisWork with developers, business analysts, and product owners to understand functional and technical requirements.Participate in sprint planning and estimation meetings.Provide clear and timely feedback on quality risks, defects, and improvements.Defect Management & ReportingLog, track, and manage defects using standard tools (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps).Analyze test results and prepare reports on test coverage and effectiveness.Provide input on improving software quality and testability.Continuous ImprovementExplore new tools and approaches to improve testing efficiency and coverage.Contribute to team retrospectives and process enhancements.Not a perfect fit?Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.QualificationsEducation & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.4+ years of experience in software testing, including hands-on test automation.Experience mentoring junior team members.Strong understanding of QA methodologies, tools, and processes.Technical Skills:Proficiency in test case design, test execution, and automation scripting.Hands-on experience with automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Appium, TestNG, Cucumber).Knowledge of API testing tools (e.g., Postman, Rest Assured).Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).Experience with at least one programming/scripting language (e.g., Java, Python).Performance testing experience (e.g., JMeter) is a plus.Certified ISTQB Foundation level is mandatoryCertified ISTQB Agile tester is a Mandatory.Soft Skills:Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Clear and effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.Initiative in identifying testing improvements and automation opportunities.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in Agile environments.Who we areWe are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.Together we can.