Lead R&D Test Engineer
What's the role?
The HERE Navigation team is building a next-generation, highly customizable embedded navigation product with an interesting technical stack and architecture . In fact, the in-car navigation is just one element of the entire developed ecosystem, other building blocks are i.a. APIs, libraries and SDK . We are an international team of engineers, designers and product managers working in an agile environment.
As a Lead Test Automation Engineer, you'll be a key player in ensuring the quality of our HERE-based automotive navigation systems through comprehensive test automation and engineering excellence.
You'll work closely with Developers, DevOps, Product Owners, Product Managers, and UX teams to ensure our navigation solutions meet the highest standards of reliability, usability, and performance.
As a Lead Test Automation Engineer in our team, you will:
Define and lead the test automation strategy for Android-based automotive navigation systems (including AAOS)
Coordinate and prioritize testing activities across lab and virtualized environments
Lead a team of test engineers, providing technical guidance, mentoring, and performance feedback
Design and implement automated test frameworks using Kotlin, Appium, Cucumber, and TestNG
Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and reporting documentation for Android-based navigation systems (including AAOS)
Develop and maintain Python scripts for test infrastructure and tooling
Manage and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipelines for test automation
Troubleshoot issues during testing and in production environments
Track test results and manage defects using tools like JIRA
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements and ensure test coverage
Execute automated tests to verify functionality, performance, and scalability on Target HW/Car/Emulators
Identify, prioritize, and report defects, and work with development teams to drive resolution
Drive quality initiatives, process improvements, and automation efforts
Who are you?
You're a quality-driven engineer with strong automation expertise who thrives on building robust test frameworks and ensuring seamless navigation experiences through comprehensive automated testing.
You Bring:
A degree in Computer Engineering, Information Sciences, or equivalent experience
9+ years of experience in software testing, with a strong focus on test automation
Extensive experience with Kotlin test automation using Appium, Cucumber, and TestNG
Proficiency in Gradle for build automation and dependency management
Experience in mobile application testing, especially on Android (AAOS is a big plus)
Familiarity with automotive navigation systems (HERE or similar is a bonus)
Strong Python scripting skills for test infrastructure and tooling
Experience managing GitLab CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure
Proven leadership experience in QA or test automation engineering roles
Strong background in test strategy, planning, and execution
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills in English
Experience with tools like JIRA and test management systems
Understanding of Automotive Quality Standards - Ex: ISTQB, A-SPICE
A passion for product quality, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset
What do we offer?
Work on on globally deployed automotive navigation and mapping products
Collaboration with an experienced, international engineering organization
Truly international team of fantastic & talented people from 60+ countries worldwide, working from strong tech hubs located in Europe, the US, and Asia, along with multiple smaller locations
Flexible working hours & a flexible approach to office vs. remote work
Medical coverage for you and your family
Yearly variable bonus
This role is eligible for the Creative Tax Incentive scheme in Poland (KUP)
Option to work on a B2B contract (please note: benefits, bonus and KUP do not apply in this case)
Life at HERE in Poland comes with a competitive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and performance. This includes a base salary, a Short-Term Incentive (STI) bonus (percentage based on role), a creative tax advantage for eligible positions, private medical care (including dental), life insurance, a meal allowance, vision reimbursement, a remote work allowance (if applicable), access to MyBenefit and Multisport programs, and various wellbeing initiatives. Paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave are provided in accordance with the Polish Labor Code.
Who are we?
HERE Technologies is a location data and technology platform company. We empower our customers to achieve better outcomes – from helping a city manage its infrastructure or a business optimize its assets to guiding drivers to their destination safely.At HERE we take it upon ourselves to be the change we wish to see. We create solutions that fuel innovation, provide opportunity and foster inclusion to improve people’s lives. If you are inspired by an open world and driven to create positive change, join us. Learn more about us on our YouTube Channel.
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