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Software Test Engineer

Rockwell Automation · Verona, WI · Full time

Posted Aug 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time a developer disagreed that something was a bug. How did you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can resolve disagreements with evidence and respect.

How do you keep learning about a product as complex as industrial automation hardware and software?

What they are checking: Whether they take initiative to understand the product deeply enough to test it well.

What would you do

You find a bug that only happens once in a while. How do you make it something developers can fix?

What they are checking: Whether they can pin down intermittent issues with logs, conditions and clear reproduction steps.

A release date is close and you've found a serious defect. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report risk honestly and clearly instead of staying quiet to hit a date.

About the work

How would you test software running on an industrial PC or HMI panel differently from a regular desktop app?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that embedded hardware, firmware and field conditions shape the test approach.

Walk me through how you write a test plan from a set of requirements.

What they are checking: Whether they can turn requirements into organized, traceable test cases.

What test automation tools or languages have you used?

What they are checking: Whether they can contribute to automated testing, not just manual checks.

How do you write a bug report that a developer can act on right away?

What they are checking: Whether their reports are clear, complete and free of guesswork.

How would you test communication between an HMI and a controller or an IoT gateway?

What they are checking: Whether they think about protocols, timing and failure cases in connected industrial systems.

How do you decide what to test first when you don't have time to test everything?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize by risk and customer impact.

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The full job description

As published by Rockwell Automation.

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us! Job Description Founded in 1979, ASEM has actively participated in the evolution of digital information technologies and today we operate in the markets of Industrial Automation, Test, Measurement with a complete range of industrial PCs and monitors and a complete range of HMI, control, remote assistance, and Industrial IoT gateways, characterized by our own hardware, firmware, software, mechanical and system design capability. Since 2020 we have been part of the American multinational group Rockwell Automation, a leading player operating in the industrial automation sector with headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (USA). As a Software Test Engineer , you will contribute to the development and validation of FactoryTalk® Optix™ — a modern visualization platform designed to improve efficiency, scalability, and collaboration in industrial environments. You will support software testing activities across the development lifecycle, working with experienced engineers to ensure product quality. You will report to the Test & Technical Project Manager and have a hybrid schedule working in Verona, Italy. Your Responsibilities: • Complete software testing activities, including test design, execution, and reporting • Contribute to the creation and maintenance of manual and automated test cases under guidance • Help develop automated tests using Python or Squish • Participate in reviews of requirements, designs, and test cases • Monitor test execution results and report software defects • Help maintain test documentation according to team standards • Collaborate with global teams in an Agile/Scrum environment • Support continuous integration activities by building and updating test cases • Learn and apply testing methodologies, tools, and best practices The Essentials - You Will Have: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent education • Basic knowledge or initial experience in software testing • Basic programming knowledge (preferably Python or similar language) • Familiarity with Windows or Linux operating systems • 1+ years of experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies • English skills The Preferred - You Might Also Have: • Exposure to test automation tools (e.g., Squish or similar) • Experience with virtualization concepts (e.g., VMWare) • Interest in industrial automation or software systems • Experience working in team-based development environments What we offer you What We Offer: Our benefits package includes … • Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees • Company volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation. • On-demand digital course library for professional development • Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm • Employee Assistance Program • Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program ... and other local benefits! The salary range for this position is between 25.000,00 – 37.000,00 EUR annual, this includes all bonuses At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles. #LI-Hybrid #LI-PM1

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