Quality Assurance Analyst (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Development & Data Factory team is integrated in the Digital Technology (DT) department.
• As a Quality Assurance Analyst, you will ensure the organization’s robustness and stability by executing testing, validation, and quality assurance processes to meet quality standards.
• You will be accountable for:
  • Designing and executing test plans, cases, and scripts to validate software functionality and performance.
  • Identifying, documenting, and tracking defects through to resolution.
  • Collaborating with the Development & Data Factory CoE, Infrastructure CoE as well as Digital Enablement Teams to ensure quality requirements are met.
  • Conducting functional, integration, and regression testing for new and existing systems.
  • Collaborating with business / functional users to design and conduct user acceptance testing.
  • Implementing automated testing tools and frameworks to enhance efficiency.
  • Monitoring testing metrics and generating reports to provide insights on software quality.
  • Assisting in the development of quality assurance standards and best practices.
• We offer a permanent contract based on a hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a comparable field.
• Relevant work experience in Software Testing or Quality Assurance.
• Competencies:
  • Expert in designing and executing comprehensive test plans and strategies to ensure the quality and reliability of software applications.
  • Deep knowledge of testing methodologies, including manual, automated, functional, regression, and performance testing.
  • Extensive expertise in using testing tools such as Selenium, JIRA, TestNG, or Postman to validate application functionality and performance.
  • Advanced proficiency in creating and managing test cases, defect logs, and reporting metrics to track quality assurance outcomes.
  • Experienced in collaborating with development teams to identify, document, and resolve software defects effectively.
• Behaviors:
  • Strong attention to detail to identify issues and ensure high-quality outcomes.
  • Proactive in addressing potential quality challenges before they impact deliverables.
  • Adaptability to changing requirements and project priorities.
  • Collaborative mindset to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Effective problem-solving skills with a focus on long-term improvements.

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the primary country (Portugal) base pay reasonably expected for this role is 38 960 euros to 48 700 euros, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

• While the preferred location for this position is Lisbon, Portugal, we might be able to consider other Solvay locations.

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.