QA & Testing Auto. Tech Specialist

Job Description

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

Role Purpose

The Junior QA & Test Automation Specialist is responsible for supporting the testing team to ensure the quality and reliability of software products in COPs tribe. This entry-level role focuses on executing manual test cases, learning the fundamentals of automation, and assisting in the identification and reporting of bugs. The engineer will work under the supervision of senior testers and collaborate with development teams to gain hands-on experience in the software testing lifecycle.

Role Profile

1. Test Execution & Documentation
• Execute manual test cases and report defects clearly.
• Assist in documenting test scenarios, steps, and expected results.
• Help maintain test artifacts under guidance.
2. Automation Support
• Participate in learning automation scripting and framework usage.
• Assist in running automated tests and interpreting basic results.
• Support senior testers in test script development and maintenance.
3. Collaboration & Communication
• Work closely with Business team members and developers to understand requirements and testing scope.
• Attend daily standups, sprint planning, and review meetings.
• Provide updates on test execution progress and issues.
4. Learning & Development
• Take part in internal training and mentorship programs.
• Stay updated with foundational QC and automation concepts.
• Gradually take on more complex testing tasks as skills develop.
• Capture lessons learnt and best practice to improve test methodologies.

Core Competencies and Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in software testing.
• Internship or academic experience in testing is a plus.
• Basic understanding of software development and QA processes.
• Certified ISTQB Foundation level is mandatory.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of test case design, execution, and bug reporting.
• Familiarity with at least one test management or defect-tracking tool (e.g., JIRA).
• Exposure to test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Appium).
• Basic understanding of scripting or programming (e.g., Java, Python).
• Awareness of Agile methodologies.
• Certified ISTQB Agile tester is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Good communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior team members.
• Detail-oriented mindset with an eagerness to improve.
• Team player with a proactive attitude.

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.

Together we can.