Senior Automation Engineer (Desktop)

For our client, we are looking for an experienced Senior Automation Engineer (Desktop) to design and build desktop test automation solutions for Windows-based applications. This role is hands-on and engineering-focused, ideal for someone who enjoys creating automation frameworks and solutions, not just executing existing test scripts. This position is strictly focused on desktop automation. Candidates with a purely web automation background will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain desktop test automation frameworks using C#
• Build scalable and maintainable automation solutions for Windows on‑prem / desktop applications
• Apply Page Object / Object Model principles in automation design
• Collaborate with QA, development, and product teams to ensure high-quality test coverage
• Analyze application behavior and define automation strategies accordingly
• Contribute to continuous improvement of automation practices and tooling

Must-Have Requirements

• Strong C# development experience
• Proven background in test automation engineering
• Hands-on experience designing automation frameworks (not only running tests)
• Experience automating Windows desktop / on‑prem applications
• Solid understanding and practical use of Page Object / Object Model
• Professional working proficiency in English
• Senior or strong upper mid-level experience (no junior profiles)

Important: This is a desktop automation role only. Candidates focused exclusively on web automation will not be suitable.

Nice to Have

• Experience with FlaUI
• German language skills (advantage)

We offer:

• Full remote
• B2B contract
• Salary is 4500-5000 EUR GROSS/month

Recruitment Process:

• CV Screening: Applications are reviewed within 24 hours.
• Pre-Screening: A brief Q/A session (Automated or with a Recruiter) designed to learn more about your experience related to the required job position.
  1. Automated Session (Recommended) – You can complete this session on your own at a time that is convenient for you. The questions and follow-ups are well-structured and designed to highlight your experience and provide detailed insights into your background. This option is recommended because it's usually more detailed and allows us to provide feedback from the hiring manager faster.
  2. Session with a Recruiter – You can also have the session with a recruiter. The questions are the same, but the discussion may be a bit less detailed, and feedback might take a little longer.

• Shortlisting: Qualified candidates are presented to the hiring manager for review.
• Formal Interviews: On-site discussions with the hiring manager or project team, with feedback provided within 1-2 weeks.
• Offer and Onboarding: Successful candidates receive a formal offer and begin a structured onboarding process.

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