Software Test Engineer (Verification and Validation)

ph3About Solenix and our qualities /h3pSolenix is a privately owned and international company providing engineering and consulting services in the space market, with branches in Germany, Switzerland, and Italy. We are known for high-quality services, user-oriented solutions, reliable partnerships and constructive collaboration. Our customers include space agencies such as ESA, EUMETSAT and DLR, as well as large private sector companies. Solenix is specialized in distributed systems and client applications and applies modern technologies with a focus on high-performing, robust and light solutions. /ph3Why should you apply? /h3ulliSolenix is a group of motivated, dynamic and creative people who enjoy high-quality work, as well as a relaxed and flexible work atmosphere. /liliYou can expect a friendly working environment, exciting and challenging projects and varied team events. /liliSolenix focuses on solution-oriented and innovative approaches. /li /ulh3Job Description /h3pWe are looking for a Software Test Engineer to plan and execute the verification and validation of a distributed ground segment software system, through to formal acceptance and demonstration. You will define test approaches against formal requirements, build test tools and simulators for external interfaces, and run the validation campaign that leads to customer acceptance. /ph3Your key responsibilities include: /h3ulliDefine verification and validation plans, test specifications and procedures against formal system and software requirements /liliDevelop test automation, test harnesses and interface simulators, primarily in Python /liliExecute functional, integration, performance and end-to-end validation campaigns, including scenario-based operational testing /liliSupport acceptance, demonstration and user training activities /liliMaintain requirements-to-test traceability and produce test reports and compliance evidence /liliManage non-conformances and retest logic together with the development team /liliSet up and operate test environments using Docker and Kubernetes in cloud-based infrastructure /liliSupport formal reviews and acceptance events with customers and partners /liliProduce and maintain technical documentation under configuration control /li /ulh3Essential qualifications and experience /h3ulliUniversity degree or equivalent education in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline /liliProfessional experience in software testing of distributed systems or server-based applications /liliExperience writing test automation in Python or a comparable language /liliExperience testing REST APIs and system interfaces /liliUnderstanding of requirements-based testing and traceability /liliProficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows (e.g. GitLab) /liliStructured and quality-oriented way of working with attention to detail /liliAbility to work independently and as part of a team /liliStrong prioritization and time-management skills /liliFluent in the English language /li /ulh3Other desirable qualifications and experience /h3ulliExperience developing simulators or stubs for external systems /liliExperience with formal verification and validation in the space domain (e.g. ECSS) or other regulated industries /liliFamiliarity with performance and load testing tools /liliExperience with CI/CD pipelines and test integration into automated builds /liliKnowledge of security testing concepts /liliGerman or French language skills /li /ulh3Work Location /h3pThis is a hybrid role based in Basel, Switzerland, combining regular on-site collaboration with the flexibility to work remotely part of the week. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr