QA Engineer

Role highlights:

• QA Engineer
• Espoo, Finland
• Permanent 
• Hybrid

Who are we?

ICEYE is the global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite operations for Earth Observation, persistent monitoring, and natural catastrophe solutions; owning and operating the world's largest SAR constellation. ICEYE is headquartered in Finland and operates from five international locations with more than 600 employees from nearly 60 countries, inspired by the shared vision of improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.

Our satellites acquire images of Earth at any time – even when it’s cloudy or dark – providing commercial and government partners with unmatched persistent monitoring capabilities. Information derived from our SAR images helps customers make data-driven decisions to address time-critical challenges in various sectors, such as maritime, disaster management, insurance, and finance.

Our team is a tight-knit group of experts across many disciplines (e.g., engineering, software development, radar technology, etc.). We’re innovative, driven people who strive for excellence in everything we do. Teamwork, curiosity, and having fun are core values at ICEYE, and contribute to Making the Impossible possible!!

Why should you work for us?

ICEYE is at the cutting edge of new technology and we are continuing to build and operate our commercial constellation of SAR satellites. Working with ICEYE, you will be part of making the impossible possible, whilst shaping the Earth Observation industry. You will work with varied, diverse and engaged colleagues to further the ICEYE mission. At ICEYE we realise that without great people we can not succeed, therefore you will be an integral, valued and appreciated colleague, with the ability to directly shape the vision and direction of the business. 

We actively support Continuous Professional Development, and will provide access to a range of avenues to allow you to succeed, including courses, training and attendance at conferences. ICEYE is a place where your development, your growth and your success is a priority. 

What will you do in this role?

As a QA Engineer, you will be a member of the Delivery and Support team, helping the company to ensure that the software deployed to our mission customers meets defined quality standards. Additionally, you will ensure that suppliers meet ICEYE's quality standards. You will collaborate with other QAs, Software Engineers, Product and Programme Managers, and client representatives to successfully deliver SAR Satellite Missions. You will communicate with various development teams, create test scenarios based on requirements (manual), execute tests (manual and automated), and report verification and validation results. 

Daily tasks will include executing end-to-end test scenarios in various environments and delivering the required quality reports. You will ensure the quality of feature requirements by analyzing and verifying them with the development team and product owner as part of a team.

In this role, you will ensure the quality of released features by developing detailed test plans, creating test scenarios, executing test scenarios, assessing test results, creating test result reports and reporting bugs.

You will communicate with developers, QAs and project owners on various business requirements. You support the development teams in issue reproduction and root cause analysis. You develop detailed test plans, create test scenarios, execute test scenarios, assess test results, create test result reports, and report bugs.

Occasional traveling to customer sites will be required.

Requirements

What will you need to be successful in this role?

• Solid understanding of QA principles and practices [3-5 years experience].
• Good understanding of RESTful APIs and UI testing.
• Good understanding of different testing techniques and methodologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the Product Manager, Team members and Business stakeholders as well as client representatives.
• Experience in creating and executing requirement-based and product-based manual test cases.
• Experience with Linux/Unix OS platforms.
• Experience with working in Jira or any other test management tool.
• Ability to occasionally travel to customer sites
  

In addition to the above, it would be beneficial if you had the below attributes and skills: 

• Experience in developing project-specific Test Strategies and Test Plans.
• Experience in automation of RESTful APIs and UI using Selenium, Playwright etc using any coding skills.
• Experience of working with ISO 9001 and/or ISO27001. 
• Experience working with Docker, Kubernetes, AWS environments.

Benefits

• A job that matters in a dynamic Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach
• An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment
• Occupational healthcare, occupational, and accident insurance
• A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)
• Phone subscription with iPhone of choice 
• Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
• Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
• Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus
• A wide variety of the best coffee, tea, snacks, and sweets to accompany your daily space mission
• Base salary range for this position is 4300-5500per month (gross) contingent on your experience level, and will be negotiated individually

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

At ICEYE, we believe that diversity isn't just a buzzword – it's our greatest asset. 

We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. We know that diverse perspectives breed innovation and creativity, which is why we actively seek out individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences. 

Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. Join us and be part of a team where differences are not only embraced but cherished, because together, we're stronger. 

Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com