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Backend Software Tester (M/F/D)

Hybrid in Vila Nova de Gaia·Full-time·Added 9 days ago (last checked 4 Nov)

iCliGo

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Our summary

Work mode: Hybrid, Vila Nova de Gaia
Contract: Fixed-term, full-time hours
Experience: 3+ years

Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field;
3+ years of experience as a QA Engineer, Software Tester, or in a similar role;
Solid experience testing backend systems with Java (e.g., JUnit or TestNG);
Hands-on experience testing REST, SOAP, and GraphQL APIs (e.g., Postman, RestAssured, SoapUI, Karate);
Good understanding of relational and non-relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL/MySQL and MongoDB) for test validation;
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control (Git, GitHub, GitLab);
Strong knowledge of software test methodologies, tools, and processes;
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail;
Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a hybrid/remote team.

Nice to have

Experience with performance/load testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling, or k6);
Experience with UI/E2E automation (Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium) is a strong plus.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Competitive salary based on experience and expertise;
Annual performance-based bonus;
Private health insurance;
Meal allowance;
2 extra days of annual leave (including your birthday off);
Hybrid working model;
Monthly utility allowance to support your remote working arrangement;
Access to the Udemy academy;
Travel perks at net rates.

The role

About icligo
iCliGo is an innovative platform connecting travelers with independent and highly qualified travel consultants. Founded in 2014, our Portuguese multinational has grown into a technology-driven company, committed to delivering seamless travel experiences while embracing a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

We are seeking a proactive Backend Software Tester to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality, functionality, and performance of iCliGo's products through automated testing, focusing on backend testing with Java. You will work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to identify issues early, prevent defects, and deliver a flawless user experience to our customers.

What you'll do

Design, implement, and execute automated tests for backend services and APIs (REST, SOAP, and GraphQL);
Develop and maintain API and integration test suites (functional, contract and regression);
Identify, document, and track bugs; collaborate with developers to resolve them;
Conduct performance, load, and reliability testing of backend systems;
Ensure adherence to QA processes and best practices across the development lifecycle;
Contribute to continuous improvement of QA tools, frameworks, workflows and CI/CD pipelines;
Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and ensure test coverage.