Functional Tester (Software)

Who We Are

At Platform Science, we’re working to connect everything that moves.

Founded in 2015, we are an open IoT platform that partners with innovative fleets, application developers, vehicle manufacturers, and equipment providers in the transportation industry to deliver revolutionary solutions to supply chain professionals across the globe.

Our employees are an engaging, diverse group of people who believe in the power of great ideas. We hire people with different experiences and perspectives to build a company culture that fuels growth through innovation.

We value thoughtful actions and empathy for others. We approach challenges with resiliency and creativity, while encouraging transparency because, no matter our backgrounds or responsibilities, we are one team.

About the Role

As a Software Test Engineer for our Platform Science division, you will be the guardian of product quality. You'll ensure the stability, reliability, and correct functionality of our solutions, making sure they meet and exceed customer expectations. This is a crucial role for our team, as you will be at the heart of our release cycles, collaborating closely with developers and other departments to deliver products that our customers can rely on.

This is a full-time position located at our Leuven office, with a flexible work arrangement.

Essential Responsibilities

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  Perform manual functional testing on newly added features and validate test results against functional requirements.

  
  


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  Guard product quality by continuously running automated regression tests, monitoring the results, and reporting on them.

  
  


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  Identify, analyze, and report software defects in detail using tools like Jira.

  
  


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  Communicate proactively and clearly with various departments to gather information, clarify requirements, and report bugs.

  
  


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  Create and maintain clear documentation, including functional/technical and help documents, as well as test plans.

  
  

Experience

Required experience

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  Relevant experience in testing complex software products.

  
  


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  Good understanding of software development technologies.

  
  


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  Experience with different testing methodologies.

  
  


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  ISTQB® certification.

  
  


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  Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent through relevant work experience.

  
  


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  EU residency and work permit required.

  
  


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  EU driver's license required.

  
  


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  Languages:

  
  
  
  
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    Writing: English (mandatory) - French (highly recommended).

    
    
  
  
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    Speaking: English (mandatory) - French (highly recommended).

    
    
  
  
  
  

Nice to have

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  Technical background in Java, Javascript, Selenium, Android, XML, web services, microservices, or SaaS application architecture is a plus.

  
  


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  Knowledge of telematics, the transportation industry, driving times regulation, and social data is a plus.

  
  

Traits of a successful candidate

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  Ability to work independently and take full ownership of your work.

  
  


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  Eager to learn new things and insist on getting tasks done correctly.

  
  


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  Punctual, detail-oriented, and committed to producing clear documentation.

  
  


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  Strong communication skills, with an ability to work in a global team environment.

  
  

What’s In It For You

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an attractive package of fringe benefits in line with Belgian legislation, as well as global benefits including:

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  Monthly Internet (net) Allowance of EUR 20

  
  


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  Monthly Home Working Allowance of EUR 134.71

  
  


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  Monthly Car Expenses Allowance of EUR 30

  
  


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  Leased electric car with a Budgeted Cost of Use of EUR 670, with a charging card

  
  


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  20 days statutory leave plus 6 days ADV leave

  
  


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  Meal vouchers of EUR 7.50 per day worked via Edenred

  
  


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  Annual Ecocheque of EUR 250 via Edenred

  
  


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  Hospitalisation Insurance with DKV

  
  


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  Pension contribution of 4% of annual salary (no employee contribution)