Testautomation engineer "IT on the Train" - Utrecht

NS (Utrecht)

HBO
Java
Medior
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Latest update 22-06-2021
Apply before 21-08-2021

About the company

Bij NS maken we met elkaar Nederland bereikbaar. Voor iedereen. Want de trein is voor veel mensen steeds vaker een vanzelfsprekende keuze.

Onze reizigers staan voor ons altijd op 1, 2 en 3. Dat vraagt om een specifieke manier van denken en werken. We hebben meer kans op succes als we goed naar ze luisteren, dat geldt ook voor jou en je collega’s. Luister naar elkaar, ga in gesprek, maak duidelijke afspraken en durf de verantwoordelijkheid te nemen voor de keuzes die je maakt. Omdat je leert van je ervaring en telkens kijkt naar andere mogelijkheden, komen we samen steeds verder. Onze kernwaarden vind je terug in alles wat we doen. We zijn open, betrouwbaar en gaan voor resultaat. We nemen verantwoordelijkheid voor de keuzes die we maken en de dingen die we doen. We maken heldere afspraken met elkaar over de resultaten die we leveren. We gaan mee in veranderingen en ontwikkelen ons in wat daarvoor nodig is.

NS is een van de grotere bedrijven van Nederland en staat in de top 10 van favoriete werkgevers op een vijfde plek. Met alle mogelijkheden die we onze medewerkers hebben te bieden, creëren we vrijheid én kansen voor hen. Kansen om te groeien en om beter te worden. Met meer dan 1 miljoen reizigers per dag, doe je dat voor een grote achterban. We denken vooruit, maken plannen voor de korte én lange termijn en groeien mee met de maatschappij. Dat is de organisatie van NS vandaag de dag. De NS van de toekomst? Daar hebben we mensen voor nodig met verstand van zaken. Mensen zoals jij. De reis van morgen begint bij jou.

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Job

You make sure the software factory of the IT op de Trein domain within the TSO (Train Service Organisation) department automates its test scope in a sustainable manner.
You work for the NS test competence center, the department that is continuously looking for innovations in the areas of testing, tooling and agile.
You work to improve the software quality of all NS trains in the Netherlands on a daily basis; a job with real impact.

"If you're willing to take on the test automation adventure alongside an enthusiastic team, you're the one we're looking for”

In the IT on the train domain, a large team of specialised colleagues works on OBIS. OBIS is the On-Board Information System, a generic platform that provides services to various target audiences both on the train (including the travellers, as well as the conductor and train driver) and off the tracks (such as the Fleet Management department and the NS Control Room). OBIS is installed on a large part of the NS equipment. As a Test Automation Engineer, you ensure the quality of software improvements and adjustments is checked through an automated system. For example, you ensure train drivers are alerted when they approach a red signal at too great a speed, and you ensure the travel information for passengers is as accurate as possible. To do so, you frequently cooperate with developers and other test engineers. Thanks to your extensive experience with test automation and your great enthusiasm, you are invaluable when it comes to:

Developing and implementing a Test Automation strategy and architecture based on the continuous integration philosophy.
Restructuring existing automated test cases.
Advising, supporting and implementing Test Automation Tooling:
Developing and implementing methods for Test Data Management (provisioning)
Coaching and transferring knowledge (via workshops) to developers and other test engineers in the field of Test Automation and creating “testable” code.

Your workweek

Curious what your workweek could look like as a Test Automation Engineer at NS? Here’s an example of your future schedule.

IT plays a central role in all processes at NS. We depend on a sound and reliable IT infrastructure to operate our trains, provide travel information, perform train maintenance and even sell coffee. The projects we realise and the maintenance we perform all take place in a dynamic and complex environment with many stakeholders. As a result, the NS IT service is subject to heavy demands, which means the quality of the provided software is of the utmost importance. Because of this, testing has turned into serious business at NS. The NS has delegated its testing activities to the NS Test Competence Center. At the NS TCC, we approach our job with a professional and passionate attitude. We want nothing but the best for customers and employees alike. This has resulted in extensive training opportunities, room for knowledge transfer, project diversity and the option of flexible working. On top of that, we're always looking for innovations in the area of testing, tooling and agile.

A higher professional education/university education mindset and capacities (a technical degree is a pro);
At least 3 years of experience as a test automation engineer;
Demonstrable experience with Agile Test Automation and Test Automation in a Continuous Integration environment. On top of that, you’re familiar with formal testing methodologies, such as TMap;
Extensive experience with various test automation tools like Cucumber and SoapUI/ReadyAPI
Extensive experience with Continuous Integration tools like Jenkins or AzureDevOps
You have a solid dose of IT knowledge; you have programming experience and are experienced with programming languages like Python and Java;
Familiarity with Test and Behaviour-Driven Development (or ATDD or SpecByExample)

Working for NS means you can make a difference in the world of sustainable mobility. You are part of an organisation that is smack in the middle of society and keeps the Netherlands moving. However, as 1 of the largest employers in the Netherlands, we can offer you so much more. For this position, that includes:

A maximum monthly salary of € 5.294,16 (in case of a 36-hour workweek).
A 36-hour workweek.
Five vacation weeks (180 hours in case of full-time employment). On top of this, you can accumulate over a week of additional leave.
The option of switching 3 Christian holidays for 3 non-Christian holidays.
3% year-end bonus, 8% holiday allowance and an excellent pension plan.
Your 2nd class train tickets are free; you can travel in 1st class for a modest extra fee.
Free train travel in off-peak hours for your family members.
Discount for European train tickets once you've worked for NS for 1 year.
Professional development opportunities and the option of customising your employment conditions.
The option of working from home and flexible working hours (in consultation).
If you perform well, you’ll be offered a permanent contract after one year.
Want to know every last detail? View the NS collective labour agreement here.

You can apply directly using the application button. You’ll receive an automatic application confirmation within a few minutes. We’ll respond to your application within 2 weeks. You can direct your application to Sander Smorenberg, corporate recruiter.

Do you have any questions? Send an email to Karin at our front office via: recruitment@ns.nl.

Would you prefer to contact us by phone? Go to our website for up-to-date phone numbers.

Good to know:

Due to the corona measures, we have adjusted our application procedure. Find out what you can expect here.

A background check, involving, among other things, a Certificate of Good Behaviour (VOG), is part of the application procedure. Please be aware that you may be asked to sign an integrity statement and a confidentiality statement.
It’s important to us that all our employees feel at home. This is a central theme in everything we do, including our recruitment policy. Find out more here.
As part of this position, you’ll be required to participate in a rotating 2nd-line on-call service.
The objective of this vacancy is to recruit our new colleague ourselves. This is not a call for acquisition.