Software Test Engineer

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job DescriptionLocation/Division Specific Information: Olink, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, is dedicated to advancing the understanding of human disease through proteomics. Olink panels provide innovative, high-quality solutions for human protein biomarker discovery, enabling researchers to measure thousands of proteins simultaneously from just a few microliters of blood. Using highly specific and thoroughly validated assays with a wide dynamic range, Olink’s technology overcomes traditional limitations in protein analysis and supports deeper insights into human biology and disease.

Job description:

Join our team at Olink, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Software Test Engineer and contribute to ensuring the quality and reliability of our advanced software solutions. You'll work on sophisticated applications that control our analytical instruments, including mass spectrometers, electron microscopes, and other advanced scientific equipment. As part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, you'll work with developers, scientists, and stakeholders to validate software that enables groundbreaking research and innovation. Your work will directly impact scientific discoveries in fields like cancer research, drug development, and semiconductor manufacturing. The role is based in our Uppsala office and you need to be able to commute at least three days per week.

Requirements:

• Advanced Degree with no prior experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in software testing, with emphasis on automated testing
• Preferred Fields of Study: Computer Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Bioinformatics, or related technical/scientific field
• ISTQB certification preferred, particularly Test Automation Engineer certification
• Strong proficiency in test automation tools and frameworks (TestComplete, Selenium, Robot Framework, or similar)
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab)
• Programming skills in one or more languages: Python, C#, JavaScript, Java
• Experience with agile methodologies and tools (JIRA, TestRail)
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practices
• Experience with API testing and test management systems
• Ability to write clear, comprehensive test plans, cases, and documentation
• Knowledge of Windows operating systems and IT fundamentals
• Ability to identify, reproduce, and clearly document software defects
• Understanding of scientific principles and laboratory workflows
• Experience with performance testing and automation frameworks