FAQs
What is the primary focus of the Senior Software QA Engineer role at Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg?
The primary focus of the role is to help develop frameworks and tooling to increase the effectiveness of internal test systems, build automated tests for regression, performance, and stress tests, and ensure the maintainability and scalability of the test infrastructure in a dynamic CI/CD environment.
What is the minimum experience required for applying to this position?
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of software testing experience.
What programming languages are preferred for this role?
Preferred programming languages include Typescript, Python, JavaScript, Ruby, Java, and/or C#.
What types of tests will the Senior Software QA Engineer be responsible for developing?
The engineer will be responsible for developing automated tests for regression, performance, and stress tests, as well as backend and frontend integration tests and end-to-end tests for RESTful APIs and Web UI.
Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?
Yes, there are opportunities for professional development, including providing technical leadership and driving best practices across large-scale, cross-functional programs.
What tools and methodologies should candidates be familiar with?
Candidates should have a working knowledge of tools and methodologies such as Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, Appium, JIRA, STLC, and Test Management tools like ALM and Zephyr, as well as relational databases/SQL.
What benefits does Tesla offer for this position?
Tesla offers a competitive salary, Tesla shares or bonuses, a pension program, 30 vacation days, employee insurances, free EV charging stations, and public commuting support.
What kind of work environment can employees expect at the Gigafactory?
Employees can expect a state-of-the-art work environment where they will solve interesting problems alongside a passionate team dedicated to changing the world.
Is experience with CI/CD principles necessary for this role?
Yes, a good understanding of CI/CD principles is necessary for the position.
What is Tesla's mission related to this job?
Tesla's mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy, which is a driving factor behind the work done at the Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg.