Quality Engineer

Hoofddorp, North Holland, Netherlands

6,250 - 8,500

32 - 40 hours

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Build reliable HR-tech that truly empowers people

At the intersection of quality, speed, and innovation, we're looking for a Senior QA Engineer who's ready to shape the way we build and release software.

Why this role stands out

You'll be part of a multidisciplinary Feature Team within a larger Engineering department. We work Agile-Scrum, delivering software in short, high-quality iterations. Your expertise in test automation helps us move faster, minimize risk, and build confidence into every release.

What you'll do

Automate with impact

  • Design, build, and maintain test suites at every level - unit, integration, contract, application, and E2E.

  • Work with modern frameworks like Cypress, Playwright, JUnit/TestNG, NUnit, Pact, and REST Assured.

Quality as a mindset

  • Apply your knowledge of test design, risk analysis, and system architecture to deliver software that's reliable, secure, and scalable.

Raise the bar together

  • Take an active role in Scrum ceremonies and help shape acceptance criteria and quality standards.

  • Create and maintain automated tests in JavaScript and Java - seamlessly integrated into our CI/CD pipeline.

Beyond functional testing

  • Validate performance, security, and resilience using the right tools.

  • Share insights within our global QA community and help define quality strategy across teams.

Culture of continuous improvement

  • Champion Trunk Based Development and an automation-first mindset to make delivery faster and safer.

This is what you get from us

Salary that matches your experience
You will receive a salary range that matches your knowledge and experience. We reward you fairly for your commitment and development.
Vacation pay and days off
You will receive 8.33% vacation pay and are entitled to 27 vacation days per year based on full-time employment. This gives you plenty of time to recharge your batteries.
Hybrid working
We support hybrid working and apply a 60/40 split, whereby full-time employees spend three days at the office and two days working from home.
Premium-freepension
We pay your entire pension premium. This means you accrue pension without having to contribute to it yourself. As a result, you are left with a higher net salary.
Performancebonus
Depending on your performance and that of HeadFirst Group, you may receive an annual bonus of one or two months' salary.
Monthly extras
You will receive a monthly allowance for internet, a vitality budget, a contribution towards lunch, and support in setting up your home office.

What we expect from you

What should you bring?

  • Over 8 years of QA experience, including over 3 years focused on automation.

  • Strong experience with frameworks such as Cypress, Playwright, JUnit, TestNG, REST Assured, and Pact.

  • Solid understanding of frontend (Angular/AngularJS) and backend (Java) systems.

  • Experience with cloud environments, ideally AWS.

  • Familiar with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI.

  • Interest in AI-driven testing and intelligent automation.

  • Deep understanding of Agile-Scrum and Trunk Based Development.

  • Analytical mindset with great attention to detail.

  • Strong communicator who thrives in collaborative teams.

Why you’ll love working here

  • Impactful role within a rapidly expanding HR tech scale-up.

  • Freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to life.

  • A team that learns, shares, and celebrates success together.

  • Hybrid work setup, modern tools, and a culture built on trust.

 

Important

To be considered for this role, you must live in the Netherlands and have a valid work permit.
Remote applicants from outside the Netherlands will not be considered.

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The application process

Submit application

We will contact youwithin 48 hours.

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Assessment

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Welcome to HeadFirst Group!

Your benefits at HeadFirst Group

27 vacation days

AND the possibility of adding or selling days. We work hard, but don't forget to relax.

Moments of celebration

With more than 450 colleagues, we always have something to to celebrate. As one team, we celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and other successes!

OpenUp & HeadFirst Group Academy

Work on your mental health with access to the platform OpenUp. We learn every day, which is why we offer you free trainings and courses to keep developing yourself.

Bonus 

Achieve your goals and see this reflected in the form of a bonus? That's possible with us! Hard work is rewarded.

Hybrid working

Work at one of our 4 locations, at home, or at any wherever you feel comfortable. Of course you will receive a mobility and home working allowance from us.

Our headquarters

Take advantage of the free sports facilities, fine workstations and enjoy a delicious lunch buffet. A formidable competitor of home!

👑 We are a Great Place to Work!

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