The organization

Why Join Us? It's More Than a Job in Retail, It's Your Story.

At Public Group, we believe in the power of our people in a sustainable way. That's why we're not just focused on what you do, but who you become. We're committed to fueling your growth, because when you win, we all win. Imagine a place where you feel supported, valued, and empowered to make a real difference.  A place where you can build a career you love, to leave your mark in our story!

Public Group strategically invests to create an ecosystem of innovative scaleups around its Omnichannel Retail business, with the objective to provide exciting customer experiences and foster Entrepreneurship in Greece. We bring together technology, talent & entrepreneurship to create value in the Greek market. Our role is to help our subsidiaries or investee companies grow and their founders to succeed through capital and creative synergies. Our investment portfolio includes Public-MediaMarkt, iRepair, Douleutaras.gr, PublicNEXT, Venture Friends.

PublicNEXT leads the digital transformation of retail, with solutions to reimagine processes, integrate technologies and introduce innovative services or platforms that transform employee and customer experience. We develop and unleash the best technology solutions that shape the future of retail. Our team of software developers, engineers, digital and IT experts combine strong technical skills and entrepreneurial thinking to help organizations stay ahead.

As future-ready innovators, we engage in multiple projects and create growth opportunities for everyone to find what they are looking for. Together we can reimagine retail and unleash the best technology platforms to create new capabilities for people and inspire them to enjoy life. We grow by continuously developing on each other’s ideas.

Let’s grow together.

#LI-Hybrid

Mission

As a Junior QA Automation Engineer, your mission is to help deliver high-quality software by designing, developing, and maintaining automated tests. You will work closely with developers, product owners, and QA team members to improve test coverage, support continuous integration, and contribute to building reliable and scalable test automation solutions.

Responsibilities

• Participate actively in an Agile team throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Design, implement, and execute automated test cases for web applications and REST APIs.
• Maintain and enhance the automated test framework and test infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain UI and API automated tests.
• Execute regression test suites and verify bug fixes.
• Identify, document, and track defects using Jira.
• Create and maintain clear, comprehensive, and reusable test cases and test documentation.
• Contribute to the automation of test execution within CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with developers and QA team members to improve software quality and testability.
• Suggest improvements to testing processes, automation frameworks, and QA best practices.

Requirements

• University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 1–3 years of professional experience in :
  Software development using Java, or
  Manual Software Testing with a strong interest in transitioning to QA Automation.
• Familiarity with UI automation tools such as Selenium.
• Familiarity with API testing and automation using tools/frameworks such as RestAssured or Postman.
• Understanding of software testing principles, test automation, and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or similar.
• Basic knowledge of SQL and relational databases (knowledge of MongoDB is a plus).
• Experience using issue and project tracking tools such as Jira and the Atlassian suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn new technologies.

What we offer:

• 💼 Competitive compensation & benefits package
• 💰 Performance-based bonus scheme
• 🧑‍⚕️ Comprehensive life & health insurance
• 🏡 Flexible hybrid working model – to support your work-life balance
• 🧡 Psychological support via a professional helpline for you and your family
• 🚀 Career growth opportunities in a role that evolves with you
• 🎉 Valuable experience in a well-known and fast-growing organization
• 📚 Continuous learning and upskilling through tailored programs
• 🏃🏽‍♂️ Employee Wellness Program – office Pilates & sports teams (football, volleyball & more)
• 🚗 Alternative transportation with company shuttle buses to our offices
• 📲 Exclusive access to our employee app, OrangeGen, packed with tools, news & perks
  

What Does OrangeGen Offer?

🔗 Connect: Engage with your colleagues and management seamlessly, ensuring you're always in the loop and part of our dynamic community.

🎉 Recognize: Celebrate achievements and milestones with a culture of recognition that boosts morale and fosters a positive work environment.

🏆 Custom Rewards: Enjoy personalized rewards and kudos, tailored to recognize your unique contributions and achievements.

Are you ready to be the next #OrangeGen maker?

Orange Gen, is our team of 2.200 people who are committed to cultivating an innovative retailtainment environment, supporting continuous development, and embracing flexibility—all while placing customer centricity at the forefront. We believe in fostering a culture that values your contributions, boosts your ambitions, and supports personal and professional growth. "Joy at Public" is our main motto which lies in creating a workplace where every individual is empowered to excel and evolve, always keeping the customer at the heart of our endeavors. We like to share our moments under the #OrangeTeam celebrating all team's achievements and Orange Marks Stories!

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.