Software Development Engineer - Test I Lisboa

Overview

Software Development Engineer - Test I role within the AI & Data Science (AI&D) - Enterprise Automation organization at AMGEN Capability Center Portugal. The position focuses on
- generation capabilities and services in Applied AI & Automation using COTS products,
- source software, frameworks, tools, and cloud computing services. The role emphasizes quality, compliance, and performance across Amgen’s Applied AI & Automation footprint in a Gx
P-regulated environment.

What You Will Do

Role Description: join a fun, innovative engineering team and contribute to testing for enterprise automation solutions. You will work with product owners, developers, and QA teams to validate systems against business and regulatory requirements, ensuring performance, security, and compliance across the development lifecycle.

• Build out test engineering practices, standards, and lead by execution to foster a culture around test automation.
• Design, develop and maintain automated and manual test cases based on functional and
  - functional requirements.
• Perform responsibilities in compliance with Gx
  P and CSV regulations, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Create and maintain the Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) for full test coverage.
• Log, track and manage defects using tools such as HP ALM or JIRA, ensuring clear documentation and traceability.
• Assist in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with business stakeholders.
• Execute tests including Systems Integration Testing (SIT), Operational Qualification (OQ), and regression testing.
• Execute test scripts provided by analysts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure bugs are addressed and resolved effectively.
• Support automation testing by building and maintaining scripts in Ui
  Path Test Suite, Selenium, or similar tools.
• Maintain detailed documentation of test cycles to support audit readiness and compliance.

What We Expect Of You

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 0 to 3 years of Computer Science, IT or related field experience
• OR
• Diploma and 4 to 7 years of Computer Science, IT or related field experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in application testing and automation frameworks

Must-Have Skills:

• Strong experience in designing and executing both manual and automated test cases based on functional and
  - functional requirements.
• Strong knowledge of test lifecycle documentation including test plans, RTMs, OQ protocols, and summary reports
• Hands-on experience with Ui
  Path Test Suite, Selenium, Postman, or similar tools.
• Experience in validated (Gx
  P) environments and with CSV practices

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Develop, enhance, and maintain test automation scripts using
  - driven,
  - driven, or hybrid frameworks for reusable, scalable coverage.
• Proficient in creating test lifecycle documentation (RTMs, OQ protocols, test plans, reports) and
  -
  - end testing within regulated Gx
  P and CSV-compliant systems.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and continuous testing practices
• Strong test design and
  - solving skills
• Familiarity with Jenkins, Git
  Hub Actions, or similar tools for CI/CD integration
• Experience collaborating with
  - functional teams, especially in healthcare or pharmaceutical environments
• Experience in handling product features for PI planning and developing product roadmaps and user journeys
• Ability to communicate complex topics in business terms
• Familiarity with Gx
  P, CFR 21 Part 11 and systems validation

Professional Certifications:

• ISTQB Foundation or Advanced Level Certification (Optional but valuable)
• Certified CSV/Validation Professional (Optional but valuable)
• SAFe Agile Tester Certification (Optional but valuable)

Soft Skills:

• Excellent
  - thinking and
  - solving skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to function effectively in a team
• Effective presentation skills

What You Can Expect Of Us

• Vast opportunities to learn, develop, and move up and across our global organization.
• A diverse and inclusive community where colleagues are empowered to share ideas, take risks, and act.
• Generous Amgen Total Rewards Plan including healthcare, financial, and career benefits.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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