Test Automation Engineer – Playwright & Java

Our client, a leading organization in the public social security sector, is seeking a professional to join a cross-functional team focused on payment systems. This role involves defining test strategies, automating integration and end-to-end tests, and facilitating Agile processes to ensure high-quality software delivery.

• Define comprehensive test plans and acceptance criteria in collaboration with business and development teams.
• Design, document, and execute complex integration and end-to-end (E2E) tests.
• Automate test execution and oversee the implementation of automated testing frameworks.
• Monitor and maintain existing test suites while continuously improving coverage for monolithic and modular applications.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies as a Scrum Master and promote quality best practices across the domain.
• Evaluate bug criticality and coordinate resolution efforts throughout the software development lifecycle.

• You possess 3+ years of experience in testing and quality using Playwright, Cucumber, and Postman.
• You have 1+ years of experience in backend development with Java for automated test scripts.
• You bring 1+ years of experience with data and integration tools including SQL and XML.
• You're experienced with DevOps and CI/CD tools like Git.
• You possess 1+ years of experience in Agile (Scrum) environments, including facilitating ceremonies.
• You have professional experience working with complex payment or accounting systems.
• Inclusion of automated testing best practices and justifications within your application.
• You're proactive, assertive, and an excellent team player.
• You are native in French with active knowledge of English and passive knowledge of Dutch.

Nice to Haves

• Certification in ISTQB, TMAP, or equivalent.
• Certification as a Scrum Master.
• Recent experience within the public sector or social security domain.
• Knowledge of REST and SOAP interfaces.

• Start date: 01/11/2026
• Duration: 12 months
• Work regime: Full-time
• Location: Brussels
• Working model: Hybrid (2 days per week on site)
• Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers