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Salt Bank • Bucharest, Romania
Role & seniority: Engineering Manager, senior leadership role overseeing QA across backend services and mobile apps
Stack/tools: Backend: Java (REST APIs, microservices); Mobile: iOS/Android; Automation: Selenium, Appium, REST Assured, Postman; CI/CD: Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions
Lead, mentor, and upskill automation QA engineers and manual testers; define QA strategies and test plans
Oversee end-to-end testing (functional, regression, integration, performance, security) and drive automation across backend, mobile apps, and CI/CD pipelines
Collaborate with Product, Development (Java/iOS/Android), DevOps, and Architecture; maintain quality governance and reporting of product quality metrics
8+ years QA experience; at least 2 years in a leadership/teaming role
Hands-on automation for backend Java services and mobile apps (iOS/Android)
Strong QA methodologies, test design, defect management
Experience with Selenium, Appium, REST Assured, Postman; CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions)
Agile/Scrum experience; excellent communication and stakeholder management
ISTQB or equivalent
Fintech/digital banking or regulated domain experience
Performance testing tools (JMeter, Gatling)
Cloud (AWS) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Location & work type: Pipera, Bucharest — on-site; full-time with in-person collaboration
Job Title: Engineering Manager
Location: Pipera, Bucharest (on-site)
Department: Quality Assurance & Engineering
Reports to: Interim reporting to CTO
Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to build and oversee a cross-functional quality assurance team responsible for testing backend services and mobile applications. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, hands-on experience in automated testing, and a deep understanding of quality processes for backend Java services and iOS/Android applications.
Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop a team of automation QA engineers to ensure high-quality delivery across multiple backend and mobile projects. Mentor and upskills manual testers to automation skills using a structured framework and automations tools Define and implement QA strategies, test plans, and testing processes to support continuous delivery of backend Java APIs and mobile apps. Oversee end-to-end testing activities, including functional, regression, integration, performance, and security testing. Collaborate closely with Product, Development (Java, iOS, Android), DevOps, and Architecture teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the development lifecycle. Drive automation initiatives and expand automated test coverage for backend services, mobile applications, and CI/CD pipelines. Review test case design, test scenarios, automation scripts, and test documentation for completeness and quality. Ensure defects are clearly reported, tracked, and resolved, while maintaining high visibility on product quality metrics. Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives within QA processes and tools. Maintain strong quality governance aligned with organizational standards, compliance requirements, and best practices.
Requirements Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Physics or related field. 8+ years of QA experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or team lead role. Hands-on experience with automated testing for backend Java services (REST APIs, microservices) and mobile apps (iOS & Android). Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, test design techniques, and defect management processes. Solid experience with automation frameworks/tools such as Selenium, Appium, REST Assured, Postman, or similar. Familiarity with CI/CD tools and processes (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions). Experience with Agile/Scrum and working closely with cross-functional engineering teams. Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
Nice to Have ISTQB certification or equivalent. Experience in fintech, digital banking, or other regulated industries. Knowledge of performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling). Experience with cloud environments (AWS) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
What We Offer Opportunity to build and evolve QA practices across cutting-edge mobile and backend platforms. A collaborative culture focused on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. Professional development programs and access to modern QA tools and technologies. Competitive compensation and benefits package.