Key Skills

Job Description

At a glance We are looking for a Test Automation Engineer with an interest in Data Engineering (or vice versa) to strengthen the stability of one of the largest data platforms in ABN AMRO. At Credits Domain Data Store (CDDS) we process important data on the lending process of the bank from more than a 100 sources. By creating a single, standardized view on the data related to loans, clients, credit risk, etc we improve our service to customers and meet requirements from our regulators. This is how we contribute to ABN AMRO's purpose: "Banking for better, for generations to come"Are you an experienced engineer who is proactive, focuses on Software Craftmanship and wants to have a big impact on the way data is processed @ ABN AMRO? Then this could be a great fit! Your job CDDS is a data warehouse based on Python, Databricks and Airflow. You will bring expertise on test automation and work on the stability of the platform, in addition to bringing new features to the platform. In collaboration with other engineers you'll create automated checks, from unit to system tests and from smoke to performance tests. You'll also work on other platform features, for example: changes to our internal domain specific language G3 (for describing data transformations), scalability improvements or creation of a monitoring dashboard. You're expected to take co-ownership of the application, bring new ideas and guide improvements on testing & QA and to coach your fellow engineers. In practice, this means you will: Design, create and maintain our test automation tools on various levels, mainly system and smoke tests. Be the lead on Test Data Management and create tooling to support this capability. Automate quality control steps using Azure Pipelines Be an active team member, taking part in the team SCRUM rituals, developing & maintining the platform, handling operational issues Signal improvements to our way of working, related to more reliable releases and other topics Working environment You will be working as a member of one of the four CDDS teams. You'll work with colleagues from all parts of the globe and each with a different expertise that you can learn from. IT Engineers and Business Developers work in the same team, so that we deliver valuable changes for our data users. By providing standardized and dependable datasets to data users all over the bank, CDDS has a major contribution to multiple strategic initiatives of the organization. In other words: your work matters!The teams work according to Agile and DevOps principles and have a hybrid setup, based in the Netherlands, Poland and India. The NL-based team works from the offices in Amsterdam/Amstelveen for two days a week, with work from home options for the other days Your profile We are looking for a senior engineer. This means that you have a strong engineering background, you can guide small (Epic level) projects to completion, you can coach more junior team members and can quickly gain an understanding of the business context in which our application operates. Depending on your experience, we will offer a Hay 10 or Hay 11 position. Required Skills & Experience You are a hands-on, communicative engineer and team player You see quality as a shared responsibility and work across disciplines to make long-term improvements Experience with software development (any language or stack) and operating that software in a production environment Good understanding of testing principles, such as FIRST, TDD, BDD and risk-based testing Good understanding of DevOps principles (like those defined by DASA) Familiarity with test automation tools (any of Playwright, Postman, pytest, etc.) The ability to critically review work (designs, code, tests), lead a small project to completion and make pragmatic choices. Preferred Skills & Experience Experience with Python, Databricks, Airflow, Docker, Azure Experience with testing in a data platform setting Experience with test data management Strong knowledge of software engineering principles (SOLID, design patterns, Functional Core - Imperative Shell, etc.) and/or functional programming languages We are offering We believe it is important to be a good employer. Joining us means stepping into a role with impact, challenging yourself to grow and to be supported by excellent employment conditions.The employment conditions include:An attractive gross monthly salary based on a 36-hour work week, including holiday allowanceand a flexible benefit budget.An excellent pension scheme, ensuring that you are well prepared for the future.Flexibility in working: working from home is possible in consultation with your team and depending on your role. We will provide an ergonomic home office setup for you.Plenty of room for relaxation with five weeks of vacation per year, supplemented by two mandatory days off. You can also purchase up to four additional weeks of vacation annually.Five “Banking for better days”: extra days off that you can use for personal development or volunteer work.Personal development is key: you receive a development budget of €1,000 per year, which can accumulate up to €3,000.An annual public transport pass with free public transportation throughout the Netherlands for both business and private use. Interested? Are you excited about building reliable data platforms and raising the bar for test automation? Do you enjoy combining hands-on engineering with taking ownership, challenging existing solutions and helping other engineers grow? Then we would love to meet you. Join us and help shape the quality and stability of a data platform that plays a key role in the bank. For more information, please contact Jeremy Guijt (Chapter Lead Test & Data) at [email protected]. Your Future: Inclusive, Innovative, Sustainable At ABN AMRO, we believe in "Banking for better, for generations to come." Equal opportunities for everyone are a crucial foundation, as we strive for an inclusive culture where all employees feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision of being a personal bank in the digital age aligns perfectly with the demand for surprising insights and innovative solutions, born from a diverse interplay of cultures and experiences. We focus on customer experience, sustainability, and building a future-proof bank, conducting annual reviews to ensure equal pay for equal work. Join a bank that embraces ingenuity and ambition, and make an impact with us for a better future. If you want to apply for the B-Able or Reboot program, make sure to mention it both in the title and the content of your resume. Disclaimer external recruitment agencies External recruitment agencies need to have a signed agreement with ABN AMRO BANK N.V., executed by a Talent Acquisition Specialist, when submitting a resume to a vacancy. No unsolicited services or offers, please. Use of AI in our application process You’re welcome to use AI to help write your CV or cover letter, as long as it reflects your own story. We review every application personally and without AI. During interviews, real time AI tools may not be used. With your permission, interviews can be recorded and supported by AI. This helps us keep the process fair, careful, and transparent.

Core Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain test automation across system and smoke testing, lead test data management, and automate quality controls using Azure Pipelines. Co-own and improve the data platform, contribute to new features and operational support, and guide testing practices while coaching fellow engineers.

Requirements

The role requires senior-level software engineering experience, including operating software in production, a strong understanding of testing and DevOps principles, and familiarity with test automation tools. Candidates should be communicative team players who can review technical work, lead small projects, and make pragmatic decisions; experience with Python, Databricks, Airflow, Docker, Azure, data platform testing, or test data management is preferred.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working
• Home Office Equipment
• Five Weeks Of Vacation
• Additional Vacation Purchase
• Personal Development Days
• Annual Development Budget
• Public Transportation Pass