Junior Site Validation & Verification Engineer

Posting Date: 25 Jun 2026

City: Roma

Location: Roma, IT, 00131

Contract Type: Permanent

Division: Operating Engine

Level of experience: Junior

RINA is currently recruiting for a Junior Site Validation & Verification Engineer to join our team in Chieti within the Digital Product & Platform Engineering Department

Mission

The Verification & Validation Engineer focuses on ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of our software products through rigorous testing and verification activities. You will work closely with software developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to develop test plans, and execute test cases to validate software functionality and performance. The ideal candidate has a good background in software verification and testing methodologies, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for delivering high-quality software solutions.

Key Accountabilities

Test Planning and Strategy:

• Develop detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on requirements and design specifications. Testing Execution:
• Execute functional, regression, performance, and system integration tests.
• Conduct manual and automated testing to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Identify, analyze, and document defects and inconsistencies in software behavior. Verification Activities:
• Verify software requirements and design and ensure they are implemented correctly.
• Conduct static code analysis and review to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Conduct dynamic analysis (timing and performance) to ensure execution timing requirements satisfaction Validation Activities:
• Validate software functionality against defined SW requirements, user needs and intended use cases.
• Perform usability testing and ensure user interface consistency and intuitiveness. Documentation:
• Prepare and maintain test documentation, including test plans, test reports, and test summaries.
• Document and communicate test results to stakeholders. Continuous Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency in the software testing lifecycle.
• Recommend and implement improvements to testing methodologies, tools, and techniques. Collaboration and Communication:
• Collaborate with software developers and cross-functional teams to resolve issues and verify bug fixes.
• Communicate testing progress, results, and risks to project stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools and processes, in safety-critical and aviation domain (DO-178C) is a plus.
• Knowledge of programming languages (e.g. C, C++, Python, Ada) for verification and validation purpose.
• Knowledge test management tools (e.g., VectorCAST/Cover/QA, LDRA, Parasoft, Jira, TestRail, Quality Center).
• Good proficiency in writing test cases and test scripts.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and practices.
• Familiarity with HW interfaces (e.g., Ethernet, serial, I/O signals) and bus communication protocols.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Aerospace Engineering Master’s Degree

Competencies

• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.

• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.

• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.

• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.

• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.

Compensation Data

The salary range and job grade for this position are defined based on objective, role-related criteria, and responsibilities in accordance with CCNL RINA (CNEL code I480).

The gross annual salary range foreseen is between €31,000 and €38,000 and will be finally defined on candidate’s professional experience, qualifications, competencies, and overall alignment with the role. In addition, an annual variable compensation component is provided, based on both Company and individual performance objectives in accordance with the current policies and collective agreements. The overall compensation package is complemented by the Company's welfare.

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.