Overview:
At SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry.
You'll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. We don't just move the world forward-we're proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work® by 79% of our employees and certified in most of our growing locations. Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.
Are you ready to love your job?
The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.
WELCOME TO SITA’S AIRCRAFT BUSINESS UNIT
SITA's Aircraft Business Unit makes flight operations, air traffic management and aircraft maintenance more sustainable and efficient by enabling collaboration between people and organizations in the air transport industry through:
- Communication – connecting aircraft and people around the world.
- Data & Platform - Turning aircraft data into valuable insight for the entire industry.
- Applications – Empowering the industry with user-friendly tools that make flight operations more sustainable and efficient.
Ready to redefine air travel? The journey starts here, with you at SITA.
ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM
- Develop and execute detailed test plans and test cases following the instruction from European Quality Insurance
- Design and implement automated testing strategies to improve test efficiency and effectiveness.
- Conduct thorough regression testing to ensure minimal defects in production.
- Collaborate with European development teams to identify and resolve issues swiftly.
- Analyze project requirements to develop comprehensive testing strategies.
- Execute performance and load tests to identify potential bottlenecks.
- Monitor and report on quality metrics, identifying areas for improvement.
- Lead bug triage sessions, prioritizing issues based on project timelines and impact.
- Ensure formal documentation of the features with the support of the team.
- Collaborate with the Manager Test and European Quality Insurance to ensure the best product quality.
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities
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Lead automation implementation across multi-platform applications, ensuring automation stability and reliability across environments and releases
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Build, maintain, and evolve regression automation suites to expand testing scope, coverage, and reliability while reducing manual execution effort
Apply shift-left testing practices by initiating automation early in the development lifecycle -
Drive cross-product automation initiatives and ensure consistency across projects
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Collaborate closely with QA, Development, and Product teams to identify and prioritize automation opportunities
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Perform manual testing when required, including:
- >Writing and maintaining high-quality test cases covering critical business flows, edge cases, and negative scenarios
- >Executing API testing using tools like Postman for request/response validation
- >Analyzing and validating data across systems to identify defects and inconsistencies
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Actively contribute to automation planning, execution, and future platform initiatives
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Demonstrate strong ownership and leadership by proactively identifying risks, driving solutions, supporting releases, and guiding the team towards timely and high-quality delivery
Must-Have Skills
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Strong hands-on experience in Java and Java-based automation frameworks
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Solid understanding of Angular-based applications (from a testing and automation perspective)
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Solid understanding of REST APIs and backend validations
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Experience in handling dynamic XPath strategies for robust and maintainable UI automation
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Good working knowledge of SQL / MySQL, including writing medium to complex queries for data validation and analysis
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Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, with clear understanding of Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Review, Retrospective)
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Hands-on experience with test and defect management tools such as JIRA and TestRail
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Ability to take ownership, proactively drive tasks, and work independently
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
Nice-to-Have
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Experience in mobile application testing (Android / iOS), mobile automation frameworks, and exposure to JavaScript and C++
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Advanced debugging and troubleshooting skills within complex, domain-driven or integrated systems
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Mentoring & team leadership experience
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Ability to leverage AI-assisted tools to improve automation scripting, test design, and productivity
WHAT WE OFFER:
SITA’s workplace is all about diversity, many different countries and cultures are represented in our workforce. We collaborate in our impressive offices, embracing a hybrid work format. As part of our global benefits, we offer:
Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your Team's needs).
- Flex Day: You may wish to flex your arrival time at the office to beat rush hours or leave earlier for personal commitments. We encourage open communication with your manager about your needs and routine.
Flex-Location: Enjoy up to 30 workdays of benefits, anywhere in the world!
Employee Wellbeing: Benefit from the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided by SITA, a yearly free service offering practical advice in various aspects of your life.
Professional Development: Enhance your skills with our training platforms, inclusive of LinkedIn Learning!
Competitive Benefits: Access competitive benefits tailored to the local market and your employment status.
SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process.
