Test Automation Engineer

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.

Job Description Key Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of wholesale electricity markets, customer workflows, optimization logic, and end-to-end product behavior
• Partner closely with Product Managers, Engineers, and Data Scientists to clarify requirements before implementation
• Design comprehensive test strategies that cover functional scenarios, edge cases, system interactions, and business risks
• Challenge assumptions and identify gaps in requirements before they become production issues
• Help the team think beyond individual features by considering customer impact and end-to-end workflows
• Continuously improve QA processes, documentation, and automation to make quality scalable
• Share knowledge and mentor teammates to grow overall product expertise across the organization

Required Qualifications

• Experience testing modern web-based SaaS applications across UI, API, databases, and backend services
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and quality engineering best practices
• Experience with UI and API testing, SQL, and modern test automation frameworks
• Experience with cloud environments like AWS, Azure
• Ability to analyze complex systems and identify functional, integration, and business risks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to learning emerging technologies and embed them into day-to-day Quality Engineering practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industry-standard automation tools such as pyTest and Playwright
• Experience using test management tools such as TestRail
• Experience in using data and metrics to drive continuous quality improvement
• Experience in Energy industry and SaaS platforms
• Experience using AI to assist with requirement analysis, test planning, edge case discovery, risk assessment, test automation and documentation

Our Culture At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.