Senior Quality Engineer

Summary

Join Unit4, a fast-paced, high-growth company in the cloud ERP software space, and be part of a journey focused on delivering enterprise software for a great people experience. This remote role, based anywhere in Portugal, involves participating in the definition, planning, and execution of comprehensive test strategies. You will drive the creation and refinement of test plans, define acceptance criteria and test cases, and champion the implementation of automated testing practices. The role also includes providing technical guidance, overseeing application testing, mentoring team members, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Staying current on industry trends is also a key aspect of this position. Unit4 offers a culture built on trust, balance with uncapped time off and remote work, talented colleagues, a commitment to sustainability, and a safe and inclusive working environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience (3+ years) in software testing and development, preferable as senior or lead QA role
• Strong hands-on experience with automated testing frameworks (e.g., Selenium) and CI/CD integration
• Demonstrated expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining automated test suites for software applications
• Ability to strategically prioritize testing efforts while balancing risk, business needs, and release timelines
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and a user-centered approach to quality
• Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working in Agile/Lean development environments; strong collaboration and feedback-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

• Participate in the definition, planning, and execution of comprehensive test strategies aligned with overall product vision and business goals
• Drive the creation and ongoing refinement of detailed, prioritized test plans that encompass both manual and automated testing approaches
• Define, review, and maintain high-quality acceptance criteria and test cases for user stories, ensuring they align with business requirements and technical feasibility
• Champion the implementation and scaling of automated testing practices across the QA function, including integration, regression, and end-to-end testing frameworks
• Monitor overall test coverage—including automated and manual tests—and continuously identify gaps and improvements to maximize quality across the product lifecycle
• Provide technical guidance on testability to development and product teams; advocate for testability improvements and design-for-test practices
• Oversee and participate in application testing during sprints and major release cycles, ensuring adherence to quality goals
• Mentor and support QA team members in both manual and automated testing techniques, fostering a high-performing and collaborative QA culture
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Development, and DevOps teams to ensure quality is embedded early and consistently
• Stay current on industry trends in software quality assurance and automation tools

Benefits

• A culture built on trust - giving you the freedom and autonomy to be successful
• Balance - with our uncapped time off policy, remote working opportunities and Global Wellbeing Days when the whole company can switch off and prioritize well-being
• Talented colleagues, role models and mentors - work, learn and be inspired by some of the best talent in the software industry
• A commitment to sustainability - with initiatives such as our Act4Good program, a way for everyone at Unit4 to come together and engage in actions that benefit society and the planet
• A safe and inclusive working environment – supported by our Employee Resource Groups, which are open to all and include Women at Unit4, Pride at Unit4, Mental Health and Access at Unit4, and People of Color at Unit4