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On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added today (last checked 3 Nov)
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Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Madrid
- Contract
- Full-time
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree





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Skills
Nice to have
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Work experience in an agile team is mandatory, in a DevOps setup is a strong plus
- Experience in leading/supporting all testing initiatives of an agile team from Dev to acceptance testing
- Strong experience in Test case design (TCD) to ensure proper coverage of requirements/acceptance criteria
- Experience in risk based testing
- 5+ years general Test Automation experience covering UI and API
- Used to perform manual testing as needed, including periods where manual testing may be the primary responsibility
- Self-guided exploration of DB to find relevant test data
- Good Jira knowledge. Basic XRAY knowledge is a plus
- Accurate and reliable
- Pro-active attitude
- Motivated personality
- Resilience
- Likes to work in a team and is flexible, likes to find solutions to complex problems together
- Strong commitment to the quality of the project
Nice to have
- Further experiences which are not mandatory but a strong plus: cloud technologies, web application architecture, banking domain knowhow related to Client Lifecycle Management
Education & certifications
- BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
- ISTQB Foundation Level certification is a plus
Languages
- Excellent command in English (C1/C2). Fluent Spanish would be a big plus
The role
As a Senior QA Automation Engineer you will join one of our agile teams. Your primary objective will be to design, develop, and maintain test automation frameworks and scripts to ensure the quality and reliability of our software web applications. Additionally, you will provide guidance and support to the team on software quality-related topics, including development testing, and ensure an efficient testing setup to maximize testing throughput and minimize overall testing effort.
What you'll do
- Work as an embedded QA Automation Engineer in an Agile team
- Drive all quality aspects of the team in regard to Software Quality
- Test case design to ensure proper coverage of requirements and the execution of the same
- Identify tests for test automation
- Automate identified test cases using Playwright with Typescript on UI or API level
- Perform manual testing as needed, including periods where manual testing may be the primary responsibility
- Create or organise required Test data
- Maintain (add, remove, update) regression test cases
- Execute and document the execution of tests in an audit proved manner
- Be able to read and write some code if needed in Java / #C
- Defect Management
Hiring process
Online application
Application review
Pre-recorded video interview
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First interview
Arranged if your profile aligns with the job description.
- Applications are usually reviewed within the first few days, later when there is an application deadline.
- Every applicant receives a decision regardless of the outcome.
Hiring process
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About Julius Baer
Julius Baer is a Swiss private banking group headquartered in Zurich, specializing in wealth management and advisory services for private clients. Founded in 1890, the bank operates globally with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, managing assets for high-net-worth individuals. It is one of Switzerland's leading private banks, known for its personalized service and comprehensive financial solutions.
In Spain, Julius Baer has established a technology and operations hub, with a significant number of open roles in IT and engineering, including positions for ServiceNow developers, AI engineers, and full-stack developers. The bank's Spanish presence is centered in Barcelona, where it leverages local tech talent to support its global digital transformation initiatives. For international professionals, Julius Baer offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to work on cutting-edge financial technology projects, while being part of a prestigious global banking brand.
- Industry
- Private Banking
- Founded
- 1890
- Employees
- 5,000–10,000
- Headquarters
- Zurich, Switzerland
- In Spain
- Barcelona
Good to know if you are moving
- Julius Baer has a significant technology hub in Barcelona, Spain, with many IT roles in software engineering, AI, and cloud infrastructure.
- The bank offers a global work environment with opportunities to collaborate with teams across Europe and other regions.
- As a Swiss private bank, Julius Baer provides a prestigious and stable employer brand, with a strong focus on professional development.
- Many of the open roles in Spain are in IT and engineering, indicating a growing tech presence in the country.
- The company supports flexible work arrangements, including remote work options for some positions.
In their own words
About the company & team
At Julius Baer, we celebrate and value the individual qualities you bring, enabling you to be impactful, to be entrepreneurial, to be empowered, and to create value beyond wealth. Let's shape the future of wealth management together.
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