QA Automation Specialist (Desktop/CAD)

About Graitec Group Graitec is a global leader in Building Information Modeling (BIM) solutions, designing and developing software that helps architects, engineers, and manufacturers design smarter and better. With over 30 years of innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit, we’ve tripled our revenue in just five years. Our North Star is clear — accelerate the digital transformation of the AECO industry and model the future. We achieve this by growing our recurring revenue through innovative software and services that drive adoption, integration, and lasting value for our customers. Our 800 experts across 30+ offices in 12 countries support more than 270,000 users worldwide. As a global Autodesk Platinum Partner, we combine world-class partnerships with our own cutting-edge software and services to drive performance and sustainability across the industry. At Graitec, we move fast and think big. We collaborate across teams and borders, embrace diversity, and challenge ourselves to innovate every day. We believe in doing the right thing, breaking down silos, and making an impact together. How we work: Growth, Agility, Innovation, Responsibility How we behave: Ambition, Engagement, One Graitec, Positive Energy Learn more about the Graitec Group: graitec-group.com/graitec-a-global-player About the Team Hiring The GRAITEC R&D Division is a vibrant, multicultural environment that brings together talented professionals across Europe and North America. With core expertise in software design, architecture, and engineering technologies, our teams collaborate globally to deliver innovative, high-performance BIM and AEC solutions. At GRAITEC, we foster an environment of continuous learning, creativity, and technical excellence. We encourage initiative, support professional growth, and empower our engineers to implement ideas that drive innovation and create real value for the construction industry worldwide. Overview As a QA Specialist – Automation at GRAITEC, you are responsible for designing, building, and maintaining automated testing frameworks and pipelines that ensure the scalability, reliability, and speed of quality validation across our desktop, web, and cloud-connected software solutions. This role focuses on engineered quality at scale, enabling fast, repeatable, and validation through: Automated functional testing Integration and system testing Regression automation API and service validation Performance and stability validation (where applicable) Given that more than 50% of GRAITEC’s products are desktop-based, this role is not limited to web automation. It includes: Desktop automation Hybrid automation across desktop + web + services Integration with on-premise systems and cloud platforms You will work closely with Manual QA, Software Developers, DevOps, Product, and UX, embedding automation directly into: CI/CD pipelines Build validation Release quality gates A key evolution of this role is the progressive adoption of AI knowledge and experience, including: AI-assisted test generation Self-healing test automation Intelligent failure analysis Risk-based automated test selection As your seniority increases, your role evolves from writing automated test scripts, to owning automation platforms, and ultimately to defining GRAITEC’s enterprise test automation strategy and AI-driven quality ecosystems. Key Outcomes Expected Scalable Automation Coverage Build and maintain reliable automated test suites that provide broad functional, regression, and integration coverage. CI/CD Quality Enablement Ensure automated tests are fully integrated into pipelines, enabling continuous validation and fast feedback. Stable & Maintainable Test Frameworks Design automation frameworks that are robust, reusable, and easy to extend across products. Desktop, Web & API Automation Reliability Ensure automated validation works consistently across desktop apps, web interfaces, and backend services. Defect Prevention & Early Detection Catch defects early in the delivery cycle through fast and reliable automated feedback. AI-Assisted Automation Adoption Apply AI tools for test generation, failure clustering, flakiness reduction, and predictive quality. Cross-Team Collaboration Work closely with Developers, Manual QA, DevOps, and Product Owners to align automation with real delivery risks. Test Data & Environment Readiness Ensure availability of stable test environments, test data, and automation configurations. Continuous Optimization & Stability Continuously improve test execution speed, reliability, and maintenance efficiency. Progressive QA Automation Ownership & Growth From mid-level onward, contribute to: Automation architecture and framework design Pipeline quality gates and coverage strategies Mentoring junior automation engineers Responsibilities 4+ years of experience in test automation, including designing and maintaining automation frameworks integrated into CI/CD Experience in desktop application testing Experience testing CAD / 3D software applications Hands-on experience developing and maintaining automated test scripts (C#, Java, or JavaScript) Experience with API testing (Postman, Rest Assured, or similar) Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile/Scrum, and QA best practices Experience collaborating with Developers, DevOps, and Product teams Ability to create and maintain comprehensive test cases (manual and automated) Nice to Have Experience with SQL or database testing Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure preferred) Experience mentoring junior QA engineers Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Computer Science English – professional working proficiency (spoken & written ISTQB / ISEB Certification Interview Process At Graitec, we’re proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value our employees for who they are and the contributions they bring, encouraging everyone to be their authentic selves at work. This diversity helps us better serve the wide range of customers and markets we operate in. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and assess candidates solely on their skills and ability to succeed in the role. Graitec uses AI to support and streamline internal processes; however, all application reviews, screening, and hiring decisions are made solely by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers. HR Screening – An initial “get to know you” discussion. Technical Interview Hiring Manager Interview – Role-specific discussion with the manager Final Interview

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Computer Science English – professional working proficiency (spoken & written ISTQB / ISEB Certification

4+ years of experience in test automation, including designing and maintaining automation frameworks integrated into CI/CD Experience in desktop application testing Experience testing CAD / 3D software applications Hands-on experience developing and maintaining automated test scripts (C#, Java, or JavaScript) Experience with API testing (Postman, Rest Assured, or similar) Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile/Scrum, and QA best practices Experience collaborating with Developers, DevOps, and Product teams Ability to create and maintain comprehensive test cases (manual and automated) Nice to Have Experience with SQL or database testing Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure preferred) Experience mentoring junior QA engineers