Software Test Automation Engineer (1 year contract)

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.
Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.
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The Software Test Automation Engineer is responsible for crafting, implementing and executing automated testing of Cepheid’s C360 connected platform. Cepheid C360 is a cloud based software platform providing administrative and analytics support for Cepheid’s GeneXpert product family.
This position is part of the Digital Architecture, Global Data Management Team and will be located in Solna, Stockholm Sweden. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions.


This is a temporary role of 1 year.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Perform automated test development for the product
Perform software verification documentation including, but not limited to, Test Plans, and Verification Reports
Work in a multi-functional team, i.e. QA, Marketing, Service and support organizations, and project- or program managers during the development and delivery of the product
Perform duties as an individual contributor or team member with 100% hands-on work.


The essential requirements of the job include:
Bachelor's or Master's degree within field combined with 1-5 years of professional experience.
Proven experience of software test automation background with Java, preferably in Unix environment
Experience from developing automated tests, using Selenium.
Excellent level of English



It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
Knowledge of API Testing.
Knowledge of BDD, Cucumber framework
Comfortable in using open source tools and technologies for Test Automation
Ability to work across several layers of the application, from back-end database through to the UI
Experience with REST, JSON, databases, Git, Linux (command line), Agile/Scrum teamwork


We are interviewing continuously, so make sure to submit your CV today so that we can get to know you!

Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com.



At Cepheid we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, hybrid working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement in which you can work part-time at the Company location identified above and part-time remotely from your home. Additional information about this hybrid work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Cepheid can provide.
When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 80,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.


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