
Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Trading 212 • Sofia, Sofia-City, Bulgaria
Role & seniority: Senior Quality Assurance Engineer (automation-focused) / QA Lead
Stack/tools: Python, TypeScript, Java (or similar); test automation: Playwright, Selenium, Appium, Pytest, TestNG; API testing: Postman/SoapUI; RDBMS; Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban)
Top 3 responsibilities
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Own QA tasks across multiple projects; lead testing efforts and maintain automation frameworks
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Plan, implement, and execute tests across DB, integration, functional, and UI/UX areas; analyze results and drive process improvements
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Participate in design/requirements reviews; provide mentorship to less experienced teammates
Must-have skills
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5+ years in software quality assurance with automation focus
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Strong testing concepts, methodologies, and tools; programming skills in at least one language
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Experience with automation frameworks/tools and API testing; solid RDBMS knowledge
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Familiarity with Scrum/Kanban; excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; fluent English
Nice-to-haves
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Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Math or related field
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Experience testing microservices, distributed systems, mobile apps
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NoSQL DB or Event Stream Processing experience
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Location & work type: Location and work type not specified in provided text
Full Description
Our mission is to enable everyone to build wealth
We reinvent how trading and investing work by creating exceptional products people love.
Fostering a culture of excellence and high velocity is the key to our success.
Today, we serve over 4.5 million clients, with more than €30 billion in assets under management - a testament to the scale and trust we’ve built in just a few years.
What You’ll Do
Own the quality assurance tasks for multiple projects, ensuring that the software meets the highest standards of quality and reliability Actively participate in design and requirements reviews to ensure testability and usability of features and products Lead testing efforts, including developing and maintaining automation frameworks and scripts Plan, implement and execute testing tasks in different product areas - DB, integration, functional, UI/UX Analyse test results to identify areas for improvement and recommend process changes as needed Provide technical and process mentorship to less experienced colleagues Work in compact, autonomous teams with short release cycles - we rely on agile, independent teams of sharp and driven people with just the right amount of processes to steer off anarchy and not sacrifice velocity
What You Need To Have
5+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with a focus on automation testing Strong understanding of software testing concepts, methodologies, and tools Strong programming skills in at least one programming language (Python, TypeScript, Java, etc.) Experience with test automation frameworks and tools (e.g. Playwright, Selenium, Appium, Pytest, TestNG, etc.) Experience with API testing tools such as Postman, SoapUI, or similar Strong RDBMS knowledge Familiarity with agile development methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban Strong analytical and problem-solving skills A very good command of English and excellent communication skills Passion for quality assurance
Nice to have
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, or a related field Experience with testing microservices and distributed systems Experience in testing mobile applications Experience with NoSQL DB Experience with Event Stream Processing platforms
What We Offer
Challenges that will help you grow and realise your potential really fast Opportunity to make a big Impact - you'll be involved in developing cutting-edge services used by millions of investors to build wealth Work with smart, spirited, helpful, high-performing colleagues toward a common goal Appreciation for your talent and ideas Generous remuneration package including annual bonuses Excellent social benefits package, including private health insurance, sports card and 25 days of paid vacation per year Delicious treats and a spacious game room
Are you ready to accelerate your career with us? We'd love to hear from you!
We thank all applicants, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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