What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior QA Automation Engineer position at hitachi?
Location: Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland Job ID: R0128499 Date Posted: 2026-05-05 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SERVICES SP. Z O.O. Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The opportunity We are looking for a Senior QA Automation Engineer to drive test automation, quality assurance, and continuous validation strategies in our Grid Automation R&D unit. You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams building mission-critical, real-time systems using .Net technology stack. Your role will be key in ensuring our systems meet the highest standards of reliability, performance, and security in modern power grid solutions. The product is designed to have a long life while also being very efficient and secure. You will be part of a global, agile technology team that develops future-proof solutions used in crucial infrastructure worldwide. How you’ll make an impact Define and execute test strategies that cover functional, integration, system, performance, and security validation. Collaborate with software engineers to understand requirements, architecture, and system behaviour to create effective test cases. Analyse and report test results, identify root causes, and work with development teams on resolution and continuous improvement. Advocate for quality-first culture, process improvement, and testability in product design. Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks and pipelines for graphical UI solutions. Lead QA initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and foster best practices in automated testing and quality engineering. Being a member of a cross-disciplinary team (active participation in team activities that focus on a common goal). Your Background Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. 7 years of experience in QA and 3 years of experience in QA automation with a strong focus on systems built using .Net Framework. Strong knowledge of test design techniques, including black box, white box, performance, and regression testing. Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile/Scrum methodologies, and version control tools like Git. Experience with Azure DevOps, pipelines, containers, and deployment in cloud environments (especially Microsoft Azure). Experience with testing desktop applications. Experience with security testing, static/dynamic code analysis tools, and compliance standards is a plus. Good communication skills in English; ability to explain technical issues clearly. More About Us We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out. We can provide more information during the recruitment process. Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.