Senior Test Engineer | Contract

Reperio Human Capital · Recruitment agency

Contract•QA / Testing•€450-475/day (EUR)•Ireland · Remote within Ireland · Hybrid

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At a glance

Employment type: Contract
Location: Ireland · Remote within Ireland · Hybrid
Workplace: Hybrid
Day rate: €450-475/day (EUR)
Category: QA / Testing

Technologies & skills

Primary technologies

What you'll be doing

Senior Test Engineer contract role (6 months, likely extension) with a market-leading client in Ireland. Hybrid work model, with potential for increased remote work after two months. Requires 5+ years of software testing experience, C# automation, Agile/SCRUM, API testing, and ISTQB certification.

Key requirements

Must-have

Minimum of 5 years software testing experience
Experience with C# for automation
Experience working in an Agile/SCRUM environment
ISTQB certified or equivalent
Strong API testing knowledge
Excellent communication skills

Nice-to-have

Manufacturing industry experience

Experience: 5+ years software testing experience

Role signals

Technical focus: QA / Testing
Hands-on vs management: Hands-on

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Full job description

Senior Test Engineer |Contract | Dublin

We are working with our market leading client to assist them in recruiting a Senior Test Engineer to join their team for a 6 month daily rate contract.

This role is due to start immediately, is offering a daily rate of €475 per day and the likely hood of an extension beyond the 6 month period.

Whilst you are expected to work on a hybrid model, it is possible that after an initial two months that you can work more remotely.

Requirements:

Minimum of 5 years software testing experience including working with C# for automation
Experience working in an Agile/SCRUM environment
ISTQB certified or equivalent
Manufacturing industry experience is desirable
Strong API testing knowledge
Excellent communication skills

I specialize in recruiting for Software Testing, if you wish to discuss this or other Software Testing opportunities, please feel free to contact me for a confidential chat.

Reperio Human Capital acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.

Interview prep pack

Grounded in this listing. Use it to prepare examples before you apply.

Your interview focus

Based on this listing, the Senior Test Engineer contract role in Dublin requires at least 5 years of software testing experience, strong C# automation skills, API testing expertise, and familiarity with Agile/SCRUM environments. The position values ISTQB certification and excellent communication abilities, with manufacturing industry experience considered a plus.

C# Automation Expertise·High
API Testing Skills·High
Agile Team Experience·Medium
ISTQB Certification·Medium

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Your 30-minute plan

Review C# Automation Projects
0–8 min
Prepare concise examples of your work with C# automation, focusing on frameworks, challenges, and results.
Refresh API Testing Knowledge
8–15 min
List tools and techniques you have used for API testing and recall specific problem-solving stories.
Revisit ISTQB Concepts
15–20 min
Skim key ISTQB principles and select examples where you applied them in practice.
Prepare Agile/SCRUM Collaboration Stories
20–25 min
Think of situations where you contributed to Agile teams and improved processes or outcomes.
Draft Role-Specific Questions
25–30 min
Write down 2-3 questions from the provided list to ask during your interview.

Likely questions

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Priority reflects how strongly this topic is emphasised in the job listing, not whether it will be asked.

1Can you describe a recent project where you developed or maintained automated tests using C#?High
Why they may ask
To assess your practical experience with C# automation, which is a must-have skill.
Prepare to discuss
- Clearly outline the project context and your specific responsibilities.
- Describe the automation framework or tools used.
- Highlight challenges faced and how you overcame them.
- Quantify the impact of your automation work (e.g., reduced manual effort, improved coverage).
Tip: Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answer.
2How do you approach API testing, and what tools or techniques have you found most effective?High
Why they may ask
To evaluate your depth of knowledge in API testing, a key requirement.
Prepare to discuss
- Discuss your process for designing API tests (e.g., test data, endpoints, validation).
- Mention specific tools (e.g., Postman, RestSharp, custom C# scripts).
- Share an example of identifying or resolving a complex API issue.
Tip: Be ready to discuss both manual and automated API testing approaches.
3How have you contributed to Agile/SCRUM teams in previous roles?Medium
Why they may ask
To determine your familiarity with Agile practices and team collaboration.
Prepare to discuss
- Describe your role in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Give examples of how you ensured testing was integrated into the Agile process.
- Highlight any improvements you suggested or implemented.
Tip: Emphasize teamwork and adaptability.
4What ISTQB principles do you apply most frequently in your testing work?Medium
Why they may ask
To confirm your certification is backed by practical application.
Prepare to discuss
- Reference specific ISTQB concepts (e.g., test design techniques, defect lifecycle).
- Explain how these principles improved your testing outcomes.
- Provide a concrete example.
Tip: Link theory to real-world results.
5Describe a time when your communication skills helped resolve a testing or quality issue.Medium
Why they may ask
To assess your ability to communicate effectively within teams.
Prepare to discuss
- Set the context and stakeholders involved.
- Explain the issue and your communication approach.
- Describe the outcome and lessons learned.
Tip: Focus on clarity, diplomacy, and impact.
6Do you have experience testing in the manufacturing industry? If so, what unique challenges did you face?Lower
Why they may ask
To gauge your familiarity with the domain, which is desirable for the role.
Prepare to discuss
- Describe relevant projects or systems.
- Highlight domain-specific testing challenges (e.g., hardware integration, regulatory compliance).
- Explain how you addressed them.
Tip: If you lack direct experience, relate similar complex environments.

Talking points

C# Automation Frameworks
Demonstrate your hands-on experience building or maintaining automated test suites using C#, as this is a core requirement.
API Testing Strategies
Showcase your ability to design, execute, and troubleshoot API tests, which is specifically highlighted in the requirements.
Agile/SCRUM Collaboration
Provide examples of how you have contributed to Agile teams, as the role emphasizes experience in Agile/SCRUM environments.
ISTQB Certification Application
Explain how your ISTQB knowledge has influenced your testing approach and improved quality or efficiency.
Communication in Testing Teams
Prepare to discuss how you communicate findings, collaborate with developers, and advocate for quality, as strong communication is required.

What to research

C# Automation Frameworks
Review your experience with C#-based test automation, including frameworks, libraries, and best practices.
API Testing Tools and Techniques
Refresh your knowledge of API testing tools and how you have used them in past projects.
ISTQB Principles
Revisit ISTQB concepts and prepare examples of how you have applied them in your work.
Agile/SCRUM Processes
Be ready to discuss your role and contributions within Agile teams.

Questions to ask

What are the main types of applications or systems under test in this role?
Why ask this? To understand the technical context and prepare relevant examples.
Which automation frameworks and tools are currently in use for C# testing?
Why ask this? To assess alignment with your experience and identify any learning needs.
How is the testing team structured, and how do testers collaborate with developers and product owners?
Why ask this? To clarify team dynamics and communication expectations.
What are the biggest testing challenges currently faced by the team?
Why ask this? To identify areas where you can add immediate value.
Is there an opportunity to influence or improve existing test processes or frameworks?
Why ask this? To gauge openness to innovation and your potential impact.
How is success measured for this contract role?
Why ask this? To understand performance expectations and deliverables.

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