Junior Software Test Engineer (Žilina, Námestovo)

Descartes is the global leader in providing on-demand, software-as-a-service solutions focused on improving the productivity, performance and security of logistics-intensive businesses.

More than 26 000 our customers use our modular, software-as-a-service solutions to
- route, schedule, track and measure delivery resources;
- plan, allocate and execute shipments;
- rate, audit and pay transportation invoices;
- access global trade data;
- file customs and security documents for imports and exports;
- and complete numerous other logistics processes by participating in the world's largest, collaborative multimodal logistics community.

Our headquarters are in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada and we have offices and partners around the world.

Learn more at www.descartes.com

Are you passionate about software quality and eager to grow your skills in a collaborative environment?
We are looking for a Software Tester to join our dynamic team in Žilina or Námestovo!

If you have at least 1 year of hands-on experience in software testing and are excited to contribute to building high-quality applications, this role is for you. You’ll work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders in an agile environment, helping ensure our products meet the highest quality standards.

Join us and help us achieve excellent results in software testing.

As a SW Test Engineer your responsibilities will include:

• Design and execute test cases and test scenarios based on business requirements.
• Perform basic functional and regression testing to help ensure the product works as expected.
• Identify bugs, report them clearly and work with developers to help fix and retest them.
• Learn to collaborate with product managers, developers, and other teams to support quality assurance.
• Provide updates on testing progress and issues found.
• Work with databases (MS SQL, Oracle) to validate data integrity.

NOTE: This position is a full-time temporary cover for maternity leave, with the possibility of extension to a permanent contract. This opportunity is open to candidates from Žilina as well as from Námestovo, since we have offices there.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• At least 1 year of experience in software testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to spot defects and inconsistencies.
• Familiarity with software testing methodologies and tools.
• Basic knowledge of SQL and database systems.
• Strong written and verbal English skills are essential, as the entire team communicates in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an agile environment.
• ISTQB Certification is a plus but not required.

• Flexible working hours with a standard 7.5-hour workday
• A pleasant and informal working environment
• Free parking in the parking house directly at the building
• Opportunity to work in an international team
• Laptop provided for every employee
• Company mobile phone of your choice (once every 2 years with employer's contribution)
• Referral bonus program
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Family-oriented benefits (wedding, new baby bonus, and additional days off)
• Regeneration allowances, personal and work anniversary bonuses
• Home Office flexibility
• Paid sick days
• Meal vouchers, even while on leave
• Professional development opportunities: English classes, training courses, and conference participation
• Company events (team-building, Christmas party, family BBQ, and more)
• Refreshments at the workplace (coffee, tea, fresh fruit)

Contact person: Michaela Koklesová
Tel.: +421915778405
E-mail: send CV