Ensuring quality. Building trust. Shaping digitalization.
Key information
- Publication date:18 July 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Unlimited employment
- Place of work:St. Gallen
Job summary
Join our team as a Test Data Engineer (m/f/d) in St. Gallen! Enjoy a flexible work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Tasks
- Develop efficient test data strategies for agile testing phases.
- Create and manage reliable synthetic test datasets for various tests.
- Ensure compliance with data protection requirements during testing.
Skills
- Degree in Computer Science or related field; several years in test data management.
- Familiarity with test data tools like Robot Framework and Python.
- Strong analytical skills and knowledge of QA methods.
Is this helpful?
We are looking for an experienced
Test Data Engineer 80–100% (m/f/d)
As a Test Data Engineer (m/f/d), you are responsible for the design, generation, and management of reliable test data sets for various testing phases (Functional, Integration, End-to-End, Regression). With your technical know-how, structured working style, and understanding of data protection, you play a crucial role in ensuring that our systems can be tested under realistic conditions.
Are you ready to help shape the quality of our digital solutions?
What you will achieve
In this key role, you ensure the availability of high-quality and compliance-conforming test data. Your tasks at a glance:
Development and implementation of efficient test data strategies for agile testing phases
Identification of test data requirements and analysis of productive data sources
Creation of synthetic data sets including data profiling, mapping, and ETL processes
Maintenance and on-demand provision of test data for UI, API, batch, and data integration tests
Ensuring test data integrity and compliance with data protection requirements (e.g., anonymization, masking)
Automation of test data provision with tools/scripts (e.g., Python, Robot Framework, SQL)
Supporting agile development teams in the efficient use of test data in CI/CD pipelines (GitHub, Artifactory)
Documentation, monitoring, and reporting on test data status and usage
Why you will succeed
For this versatile role, you bring a high level of analytical thinking, technical expertise, and communication skills:
Completed studies in computer science, business informatics (university, FH, HF), or comparable training
Several years of experience in test data management within agile IT projects
Experience working with test data tools & frameworks (e.g., Robot Framework, Python, data masking solutions)
Safe handling of data protection and compliance requirements for test data
Knowledge of QA methods; ISTQB-TDS certification is an advantage
Experience with CI/CD environments, scripting languages, and version control
Very good German and good English skills, any additional language is a plus
We offer
We create an environment that fosters innovation and quality:
Key role with direct influence on quality and processes
High level of responsibility and methodological design options
Modern test data toolchain including automation and DevOps approaches
Agile work culture with remote options & flexible scheduling
Attractive training opportunities and benefits
Become part of our team
Are you ready for a new challenge with a workplace near St. Gallen main station? If so, we look forward to receiving your application documents.
Application process
01 Send us your documents Do your skills match our requirements? Then send us your complete dossier via the application form or by email.
02 We will contact you We will review your documents and we or our external personnel service provider will contact you for an initial exchange.
03 We deepen our acquaintance In two meetings at IGS, we will see if we fit together. And if you like, you can also do a trial day with us.
04 The decision is made After that, you and our respective recruitment team will individually decide whether we want to go a common way and if a contract will be concluded. This is the actual starting signal!
Questions & Answers
Ideally, we would like to receive your complete CV, all work references, and certificates for training and further education as well as diplomas. Please write two to three sentences explaining why you are interested in this job.
We look forward to an email with your documents as a PDF. Or even better: You use the application form on our website, where you can upload your documents directly as a PDF.
Within three working days, you will receive a confirmation of receipt from us. Depending on the status of the recruitment process and any (holiday) absences, it may take two weeks before you receive a response regarding the next steps.
Spontaneous applications are welcome. We are happy to check if you fit our profiles and if we have a corresponding vacancy in the near future.
However, depending on the profile, it may take some time before we can provide a conclusive answer. We therefore ask for your patience.
Yes, gladly. We also welcome (initiated) applications from career starters or students who are looking for holiday jobs or a position as working students.
We are currently working with selected recruitment agencies under corresponding contractual agreements. We therefore ask that no dossiers be submitted without prior consultation. Thank you for your understanding.
What you can count on
Not only do you have something to offer, but so do we. The satisfaction of our employees is important to us. The following benefits await you with us.
Flexible working hours
Modern working environment, standing desk
Home office possible
Central workplace near the main station
Generous opportunities for further education
40-hour week, 5–6 weeks vacation
Business iPhone with CH flat rate
Private accident insurance
Contribution to childcare costs
About company
IGS Informatikgesellschaft für Sozialversicherungen GmbH
Benefits
Free fruits
Working from home
Training
40 hour working week
Accident insurance
Company smartphone
Part-time work
Possibility of unpaid holidays
Free drinks
In the city center
Flexible working hours
Good public transport connections