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Description
Hitachi Rail Portugal seeks a Software Tester combining deep test automation expertise with product ownership mindset. The role bridges QA and product strategy focusing on Playwright-based automation for web applications and influencing product quality decisions in a global environment.
Responsibilities
Design and implement automated test suites using Playwright for web applications
Develop and maintain test infrastructure including CI/CD integration and reporting dashboards
Perform exploratory testing to identify edge cases and user experience issues
Create and execute manual test plans for new features releases and regression cycles
Define quality metrics and standards including test coverage targets and defect tracking
Collaborate with developers to reproduce bugs and verify fixes
Gather and analyze user feedback to understand product pain points and opportunities
Prioritize testing efforts based on product roadmap and user impact
Participate in product planning meetings to represent QA perspective and technical constraints
Track and report on product quality metrics communicating risks to stakeholders
Advocate for user needs and quality standards in feature discussions and release decisions
Requirements
3+ years of QA and testing experience with proven test automation expertise
2+ years of hands-on experience with Playwright or equivalent modern web automation framework
Strong understanding of web technologies including HTML CSS JavaScript and DOM
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and test automation in modern development workflows
Solid grasp of product management principles and user-centered thinking
Excellent communication skills for articulating concerns to non-technical stakeholders
Self-driven mindset with ability to take ownership and make decisions independently