About the job
Domain
You will be joining the dynamic and talented Transversal test team within YPTO's Business Area "Commercial Channels & Products." This team plays a crucial role in shaping the future of our commercial channels and product offerings, driving innovation, and enhancing the overall customer experience. The Business Area “Commercial Channels & Products” is the IT partner of SNCB-NMBS’s Directorate for Marketing & Sales. This directorate manages all sales channels (front-end as well as back-end) and aftersales solutions of NMBS[1]SNCB. These include NMBS-SNCB’s website, mobile app, cashdesk, ticket vending machines, sales on board and the B2B sales channels.
Position Summary
As a Functional Analyst you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the quality of our customer-facing applications through efficient and reliable functional testing. You will design, implement, and maintain functional test scripts with a strong focus on front[1]end UI testing using Xray. Working in a dynamic Agile environment, you will collaborate closely with developers, analysts, and testers to ensure early detection of issues, seamless delivery, and a great end-user experience.
Your responsibilities
1. Design, create, and maintain front-end functional test scripts using Xray in Jira
2. Convert high-level functional analyses into detailed test scripts
3. Define and maintain test plans, regression test sets, and test data
4. Log, report, and track defects and incidents using Jira and Xray
5. Actively participate in Agile ceremonies (refinement, sprint planning, 3 Amigos, retrospectives)
6. Set up, maintain, and plan regression test sets for continuous validation
7. Ensure test coverage meets both quality standards and business requirements
8. Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and practices
9. Document and share best practices using Confluence, Xray, and Jira
10. Maintain traceability between requirements, test cases, and defects
Vereisten
Required Hard Skills & Qualifications
11. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent field
12. 7+ years of proven experience in functional testing of front-end applications
13. 5+ years of demonstrable experience in test planning, maintenance, and regression testing
14. Strong knowledge (5+ years) of Jira, Xray, and Confluence for test management
15. Experience in functional testing within Agile teams (5+ years)
16. Automation experience is a strong plus
17. ISTQB Foundation certified (or willing to obtain soon)
Desired Soft Skills
18. Analytical Thinking: Able to translate complex requirements into effective test cases
19. Proactive Communication: Reports defects and shares insights clearly with stakeholders
20. Collaboration: Actively participates in Agile ceremonies (refinement, planning, retrospectives)
21. Adaptability: Comfortable with shifting priorities and evolving project needs
22. Attention to Detail: Detects subtle UI and functional issues
23. Ownership & Accountability: Ensures quality outcomes and test reliability
24. User-Centric Mindset: Understands business and end-user expectations
25. Time Management: Prioritizes tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
26. Continuous Learning: Open to new tools, methods, and feedback
27. Language proficiency: English + Dutch or French (both at C1 level spoken & written)
Our offer
Within our open corporate culture, you contribute to the digital transformation of SNCB. You will have a job with social impact and ample opportunity to make your own contribution. In addition to a good work-life balance and a competitive salary, you will receive the following benefits:
the possibility to work remotely + flexible working hours;
35 days of leave;
a company car + a public transport season ticket;
a comprehensive insurance package (affiliation without own contribution, excl. outpatient costs for family members);
hospitalisation and dental care for the whole family;
outpatient costs (= medical costs separate from hospitalisation);
group insurance: supplementary pension, work disability and death (cafeteria plan);
accidents at work (extralegal);
meal vouchers and eco-vouchers;
net allowances for remote working and carwash + internet budget.
A challenging role in a meaningful, people-focused sector
28. A collaborative and supportive Agile environment
29. Opportunities for growth in automation and quality engineering
30. Certification support and access to learning resources