Test Engineer

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We're looking for a Test Engineer for Integrated Planning & Forecasting at Schiphol!

The future of travel is taking shape right now, and we're using data and technology to lead the way and make our airport operate smarter. With new digital solutions, we can better predict processes at Schiphol, ensuring smooth and efficient passenger flows. We're also using Deep Learning on aircraft stand images to give handlers and airlines optimal insights, all contributing to an excellent digital customer experience for passengers and airlines alike.

Business Platform Schiphol Operations

Within the Business Platform Schiphol Operations (BPSO), our goal is to maintain operational processes that are predictable, controllable, and efficient. We're dedicated to optimizing our airport operations daily through technology and data. This involves working on integrated planning & forecasting, building a digital twin of our airport, Turnaround Insights, Total Airport Management, and data analytics. We also ensure that existing operational applications are maintained and continuously improved. We achieve this through close collaboration with suppliers, our own development teams, and other departments like Data & Analytics, Operations, and various IT platform teams.

One of our key services involves supporting and developing the Integrated Planning & Forecasting (IP&F) platform. This platform hosts several critical business applications that help the organization prepare for and manage daily operations, focusing on passenger flow forecasting and asset planning. The processes we support cover the terminal, airside, baggage, and landgate-stand aspects, including planes, buses, and check-in/baggage reclaim. Our end-users operate across all time horizons: strategic (years ahead), tactical (up to a month ahead), and operational (today's operations, and past days for analysis). Development is handled by external partners working alongside an internal team of business analysts, architects, information analysts, test engineers, DevOps engineers, product owners, and application management specialists.

Ready to join our team?

What you'll be doing as a Test Engineer:

As a Test Engineer, you'll be instrumental in shaping the airport of the future by thoroughly testing our applications. You'll work closely with the QA Lead and testers from other teams and clusters. Day-to-day, you'll have regular discussions with business analysts, information analysts, and the domain solution architect, and collaborate closely with your teammates to test and manage new product releases.

Within the IP&F team, you'll ensure the entire testing process runs seamlessly. You'll have a solid grasp of the application functionalities and the underlying business processes, equipped with the skills to test them comprehensively. You'll provide clear feedback on test results to your team members and suppliers, thereby guaranteeing the quality and business value of our features.

A key objective will be to increase test coverage for both functional and non-functional testing. Experience with various types of non-functional testing is a definite plus. Furthermore, we encourage you to think about how testing processes can be optimized and to share your testing knowledge with your colleagues.

We're also planning to introduce test automation in the future, and you'll have the opportunity to play a significant role in that initiative.

A major goal for next year is to implement test automation for regression testing (we use Playwright at Schiphol), which is currently quite underdeveloped.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Prioritizing test conditions.
• Writing test cases for our three applications: Gate-stand, Bus, and Baggage.
• Setting up and maintaining test data.
• Testing both functional and non-functional aspects of our applications.
• Setting up tests for various levels, such as regression and integration tests, in close collaboration with other departments and teams at Schiphol.
• Generating test reports and documenting test findings.
• Supporting the issue and support processes for our applications.
• Optimizing testing processes.
• Setting up test automation for our three applications.
• Executing tests for application releases, OS patching, and lifecycle management.
• Creating automated tests that can be run via an Azure DevOps/GitHub pipeline.

This position is for 36 hours per week. We embrace a hybrid work model, allowing you to work where you're most productive – sometimes at home, sometimes in a collaborative workspace, and sometimes in the dedicated department area at the office to stay connected with colleagues and the Schiphol Group company. We really value interaction. Therefore, we aim for a good balance between remote work and being present at the office. Alongside a "work hard" mentality, our department also fosters an environment where we enjoy activities together, from social gatherings to outings.

Duration: ASAP - November 1, 2027, with the possibility of extension.

Location: Schiphol.

Freelancers: Yes, allowed.

Submissions open until: September 21, 2026, 9:00 AM.

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We're looking for someone who really shines in this role! It’s important you have a clear vision, the courage to act on it, and the focus to see things through. You value innovation and Agile ways of working, and you're a naturally reflective person who bounces back from challenges and always looks for opportunities. Juggling different applications is a breeze for you, and you thrive in a positive work environment because you know it helps you do your best work. Plus, you’re eager to keep growing with our team.

Sound like you? We'd be thrilled to see your application! We're hoping to find:

• Someone who truly owns their work – a senior, self-starting individual.
• A test engineer who aims for the highest standards but knows when to be practical.
• A go-getter with a fantastic "get things done" mentality!
• Someone with an HBO academic level of education and thinking.
• ISTQB Foundation level certification.
• At least 5 years of experience using test frameworks.
• About 3-5 years of experience as a tester in an Agile team.
• Experience with functional and integration testing.
• Excellent communication skills and a genuine team player.
• Someone analytical and technically minded.
• At least 3 years of experience setting up test automation frameworks and writing automated tests using tools like Playwright or similar.
• Broad technical knowledge to back up your work, such as using Splunk or similar tools for analyzing metrics, traces, and investigating logs for message flows or errors.
• Familiarity with tools like Postman for API testing, and Java(script) frameworks for test automation.
• A basic understanding of modern cloud technology, web technology, and related concepts.
• A structured approach to your work.
• Someone proactive, independent, and responsible.
• Proficiency in both Dutch and English.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

Working conditions: This job role offers a balanced split between operational (run) and project (build) work, with a distribution of 75% operational and 25% project-related tasks. To minimize the impact on business operations, some changes may be scheduled outside of regular business hours. 

Do you want this too? Do you aspire to be the best version of yourself? We are delighted to support your development and invest in an environment where continuous learning is encouraged. We provide you with the freedom to innovate and take initiative. By offering numerous growth opportunities, we help you exceed your own expectations and excel in your work, enabling you to grow both personally and professionally.

Moreover, you can expect the following benefits based on a 36 or 40-hour working week:

• An Employee Benefit Budget equivalent to 10% of your monthly income, which you can use according to your preferences. This budget allows you to purchase additional holiday days or make additional contributions to your pension.
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of location-independent work, depending on the team's planning.
• 100% reimbursement of commuting costs if you travel using public transportation. If you commute by car or motorcycle, you can opt for a commuting allowance.
• A pension scheme with a contribution rate of only 5% from your side.

Let's get to know each other.

Are you the person we are looking for? The new colleague who wants to strengthen our client's team and make a difference for yourself, our customers, and society? We would love to receive your application for this vacancy.

Please note: Even if you don't meet all the criteria mentioned in the profile, but you believe you can fulfill the role effectively, we encourage you to apply. We invest in your growth and development.

Responses to applications are handled in accordance with our vacancy management process.

If you have any questions about the application process, ww will be happy to assist you via email (info@if-solutions.nl) office +31 10 210 87 90 or through the provided application link.

Screening is a standard part of the application process. We assess candidates based on the screening procedures followed by our client to ensure that new employees are reliable and suitable for their roles.

For this vacancy, an individual assessment and skills testing may be included as part of the application process.

We believe that everyone is unique, and it is precisely these differences that help us become an even better bank. That's why we are curious to know more about you.