Lead software test engineer Simulation & Visualisation

Publication date11 May 2026

FieldSimulation & Visualisation

LocationWageningen

Employment32-40 hours

Are you looking forward to work on the world’s most innovative maritime simulators? Join our team!

Who will be your colleagues?
You will be working in a team of eight software developers within the Simulation & Visualisation department. Next to your team there are three project managers, two team leaders, three ICT specialists and six project engineers in the department. Together you will be working with colleagues from other MARIN departments.

What are you going to do?
As a lead software test engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and stability of our real-time DOLPHIN simulation software. You will work closely with developers and product owners to design, implement, and execute test strategies - both manual and automated - that support our release cycles and continuous improvement. We currently have one open position for a lead software test engineer, who will take ownership of the testing process and help shape our quality assurance strategy.

The DOLPHIN software drives bridge simulators at MARIN’s Seven Oceans Simulator centre (SOSc) and various third-party facilities around the world. The facilities are used to simulate the full range of maritime operations. From simple ship handling to complex maritime operations, like high-risk, multi-player offshore operations. https://www.marin.nl/en/about/facilities-and-tools/simulators

Who are we looking for?

Minimum of five years of experience in software testing, preferably in real-time or simulation environments.
Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and tools (Smartbear TestComplete and Atlassian Suite).
Experience in testing desktop applications.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to motivate and engage software engineers to adopt and follow testing procedures.
A proactive mindset and attention to detail.

What do we offer?
We offer a versatile position within an informal and compact team. You will be given the space to grow and realize your ideas.

A collaborative and innovative team.
Involvement in impactful software used in real-world simulations.
A stimulating environment that enables you to develop while retaining the freedom to shape your role.
The salary will be between € 4.200 and € 5.800 (depending on knowledge and experience).
Lifecycle allowance of 5,55% of your monthly gross salary.
Benefits package, including 8% holiday allowance, our annual profit sharing and excellent pension plan.
29 leave days (fulltime), plus the opportunity to buy extra leave days, plus five planned days between Christmas and New Year.
Opportunities to develop yourself through training/courses/coaching and for career development.
Flexibility in working hours and a hybrid working arrangement to support your work-life balance.

Who are we?
MARIN is an independent and globally recognized top institute in maritime research, located in Wageningen, the Netherlands. MARIN is committed to the sustainable, safe, and secure use of the oceans for a thriving maritime sector. We work with about 450 specialists who take pride in an open and collaborative culture where you can explore your ideas and take initiative. You will develop software in a highly technical environment, and your deliverables will have a direct impact on achieving our mission. MARIN’s horizontal organisation and open-door culture are a breeding ground for good corporation and makes other MARIN experts easily accessible.

Want to know more?
Arno Bons, manager S&V, is happy to tell you more about the position: +31 (0)6 50 74 73 24. You can apply for this position until May 31st by using the APPLY button for quoting vacancy number 2629.

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