AI Summary
The Exploration Company is seeking a Software Test Automation Engineer to develop, produce, and operate Nyx, a reusable orbital vehicle. This role focuses on enabling engineering teams to build, test, and deploy reliable software through state-of-the-art CI/CD techniques. You will automate pipelines, manage repositories, and set up developer environments.
Key Highlights
Automate CI/CD pipelines for fast and reliable software releases.
Develop automated workflows for code quality, testing, and deployment.
Configure and manage Git repositories, branching, and code review.
Set up and maintain consistent developer environments.
Collaborate with engineering teams on best practices for version control and CI.
Continuously improve test processes, tools, and methodologies.
Technical Skills Required
Benefits & Perks
Relocation assistance
Visa sponsorship
Agile work environment
Collaborative and transparent culture
Fun and mission-driven work
Job Description
Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.
As a talented Software Test Automation Engineer, we want you to help us fulfil our mission by enabling our engineering teams to build, test and deploy reliable and secure software using state-of-the-art CI/CD techniques.
Key Responsibilities
In your capacity as a Software Test Automation Engineer, your role will be continuously evolving, but day to day, your duties will include:
- Automate CI/CD pipelines (e.g. GitLab CI) to enable fast and reliable software releases.
- Develop automated workflows for code quality checks, testing, and deployment across multiple projects.
- Configure and manage repositories, branching strategies, and code review workflows in Git-based systems.
- Set up and maintain developer environments (e.g., Coder, Docker-based setups, or similar) to ensure consistency and ease of onboarding.
- Design and implement automation workflows.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to define best practices for repository structure, version control, and continuous integration.
- Continuously improve test processes, tools, and methodologies.
In the role of a Software Test Automation Engineer, ideally, you will have the following:
- 3+ years of experience in software testing, automation or a related role.
- Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or similar languages.
- Experience with automated testing frameworks (e.g., PyTest, Playwright).
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins).
- Familiarity with developer environments (e.g., Coder, Docker-based setups).
- Familiarity with workflow engines (e.g., Argo Workflows).
- Knowledge of tools such as Terraform and Kubernetes is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced start-up environment.
What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:
- We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind
- We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them
- We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?
The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.
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