Tester

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company is a global business engaged in the shipping sector. Present in 155 countries, MSC facilitates international trade between the world’s major economies, and among emerging markets across all continents. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, since 1978, MSC is a privately-owned organisation driven by the Aponte family. Today, we continue to focus on caring for customers, employees and the environment.

From a one-vessel operation to a globally respected business we have an unfaltering commitment to people that have passion, creativity and willing to make a change.

MSC Technology Italy is the first division located in the national territory, complementing existing offices in Geneva (the Group's headquarters), Warren (New Jersey, USA), and Chennai (India).

MSC Technology embodies Passion and a commitment to Continuous Evolution, strongly believing in Equal Opportunities and Caring for its People—ultimately fostering a sense of Family within the Company.

With over 3,000 employees, our Technology Department plays a pivotal role in driving business growth and elevating the quality standards across our functional lines.

Working within an international office and engaging in cross-country collaboration offers the opportunity to connect with individuals boasting diverse technical skills, backgrounds, cultures, and professional experiences. International travel not only enriches your understanding of business and languages within the ICT realm but also provides avenues for personal and professional growth.

In 2020, MSC Technology Italy was established as a technological division of MSC with the goal of creating a Center of Excellence to support the MSC Group's business.

Do you recognize yourself? Then come work with us and be part of MSC’s family!

The Software Tester is responsible for validating software solutions through structured functional testing, technical verification activities, and detailed analysis of system behavior within complex industrial and automation environments.

The role focuses on designing, executing, and documenting test cases for software modules interacting with robotic systems, PLCs, automation platforms, and high‑reliability components.

The Software Tester works closely with developers, product teams, and engineering stakeholders, ensuring product quality from early development stages to final validation, while contributing to continuous improvement and test process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute test cases for software components, automation platforms, and industrial systems.
• Analyze requirements, technical specifications, and system designs to define effective test strategies.
• Perform functional, integration, system, and regression testing.
• Identify, document, and track defects through structured reporting (Jira or similar tools).
• Develop or maintain test libraries and test suites using engineering tools and frameworks (e.g., TIA Portal, Studio 5000, ROS/ROS2).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to validate software behavior and ensure alignment with system specifications.
• Contribute to test automation initiatives where applicable, especially for repetitive or high‑coverage scenarios.
• Provide technical coordination during test cycles and support stakeholder communication.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, proposing enhancements to processes, documentation, and tool usage.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and contribute to a robust, engineering‑driven testing culture.

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies (functional, system, integration, regression).
• Ability to read, understand, and validate technical specifications and engineering requirements.
• Experience with defect management tools (e.g., Jira, Helix ALM) and version control systems (GitLab).
• Knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB) is a strong plus.
• Experience in coordinating test activities with cross‑functional engineering teams.
• Strong analytical skills, technical problem‑solving abilities, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• English proficiency (written and spoken).

Diversity and Inclusion

This job posting is open to all individuals, regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other personal characteristic, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations on equal opportunities and inclusion (Italian Legislative Decree No. 198/2006, as subsequently amended, and Italian Legislative Decrees No. 215/2003 and No. 216/2003).

In compliance with applicable pay transparency legislation, we provide the following information regarding the initial remuneration envisaged for this position.

The position will be classified within the Employee category, at one of the C2, C3, B1 or B2 levels under the Italian Metalworking Industry National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL Metalmeccanico Industria).

The classification level and any additional remuneration components supplementing the base salary will be determined based on an assessment, carried out during the selection process, of objective and neutral criteria such as, by way of example, the candidate’s professional experience, technical skills, level of autonomy and the responsibilities required by the role.

What we offer

We offer a range of benefits including new Learning opportunities, a comprehensive Welfare System, Life and Health Insurance, Modern Workstation and Discounts within the MSC group.

Moreover, MSC Technology Italy fosters a culture of innovation and wellbeing by simultaneously pursuing various initiatives. These include Meetups, Technical and General Events such as Gaming Tournaments, Company Charity Initiatives and a Sustainability program designed to benefit all employees.

Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.