About Keyfactor
Our mission is to securely connect the world: humans, machines, and AI. Keyfactor is the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines, helping the world's largest enterprises and government agencies take control of the cryptographic identities that safeguard every digital interaction. Behind the platform is a global team of people who care deeply about the work and each other. We move fast, think big, and show up for one another every day. If you're looking for work that matters and a team that brings out your best, we hope you'll trust your future with Keyfactor!
Title: Senior Test Automation Engineer Location: Aachen, Germany (Hybrid work model) Job Function: Engineering Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Computer Network & Security About the position
The Senior Test Automation Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining automated test scripts for critical product features. This role involves leading automation efforts, troubleshooting test failures, and optimizing test coverage.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and maintain automated test scripts for critical product features.
- Lead automation efforts for specific projects, ensuring efficient and effective test coverage.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automated test scripts and frameworks.
- Collaborate with development and QA teams to integrate automated testing into the development process.
- Monitor and report on the performance of automated tests and recommend improvements.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of automation processes and tools.
- Mentor junior automation engineers in best practices and tools.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Strong experience in test automation or software development with a focus on testing.
- Strategic thinking, exceptional problem-solving abilities, high-level proficiency in relevant tools and technologies.
- Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, experience with scripting languages, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to lead complex projects, drive strategic initiatives, and influence decision-making.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and optimize automation processes.
- Extensive knowledge of industry trends, company strategy, and cross-functional processes.
- Understanding of scripting languages, test automation frameworks, and CI/CD integration. #LI-NA1
Compensation Salary will be commensurate with experience. Culture, Career Opportunities and Benefits
We build teams that continually strive to get better than the day before. You will be challenged daily and given opportunities to grow personally and professionally. We balance autonomy and structure to create an entrepreneurial environment to spur creativity and new ideas.
Here are just some of the initiatives that make our culture special:
- Second Fridays (a company-wide day off on the second Friday of every month minus November and December due to the Holiday schedule). Please note that this benefit is subject to change.
- Comprehensive benefit coverage globally.
- Paid Parental Leave is available to new parents. Structure varies based on regional/government requirements. In regions where government-paid leave doesn’t exist, like in the U.S., the company offers generous paid parental leave, along with comprehensive adoption and fertility support.
- Competitive time off globally.
- Dedicated employee-focused ambassadors via Key Contributors & Culture Committees.
- DIVERSE Commitment, a call to action for a more inclusive and diverse future in business, society, and technology.
- The Keyfactor Alliance Program to support DEIB efforts.
- Wellbeing resources, wellness allowance, mindfulness app free membership, Wellness Wednesdays.
- Global Volunteer Day, company non-profit matching, and 3 volunteer days off.
- Monthly Talent development and Cross Functional meetings to support professional development.
- Regular All Hands meetings – followed by group gatherings.
Our Core Values Our core values are extremely important to how we run our business and what we look for in every team member: Trust is paramount.
We deliver security software and solutions where trust and openness are of the highest importance for our customers. We are honest and a trusted partner in every aspect of business. Customers are core. We strategize, operate, and execute through a customer-centric view. We prioritize the security interests of our customers, and we act as if their data were our own.
Innovation never stops, it only accelerates. The speed of change is accelerating. We are committed, through investment and focus, to stay ahead of t
