Job Description

Your mission

We are seeking a (Sr.) Quality Assurance Engineerto join our team. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of software quality and reliability & will work closely with our development team to identify and resolve issues, implement testing strategies, and improve the overall user experience of our products.

In this role you will:

• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for software validation.
• Identify, document, and track software defects and inconsistencies.
• Collaborate with developers to understand requirements and provide feedback on potential issues.
• Implement automated testing solutions and continuous integration processes.
• Monitor and analyze test results to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to developers.
• Contribute to the improvement of QA methodologies and practices.

Beyond your operational responsibilities, you will also embody and champion our core values every day:

• Elevate Together – Collaboration is our strength. We support each other, embrace diversity, and grow as a team.
• Xray Transparency – Open communication builds trust and strong relationships. We value honesty, inclusion, and accountability.
• Master Feedback – We challenge and support each other through honest, caring feedback.
• Own the Outcome – We take ownership, move fast, and turn ideas into results.
• Xcute Smart – Keep it simple, act pragmatically, and focus on what truly matters

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in software quality assurance engineering, with a strong focus on test automation.
• Deep understanding of QA methodologies, testing strategies, and quality processes for backend, frontend, and API-driven systems.
• Proven experience designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, or similar).
• Extensive experience with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated testing into build and release processes.
• Strong knowledge of API testing tools and frameworks
• Solid understanding of version control systems (Git) and working with branching strategies.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies, and a proven ability to collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and DevOps teams.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes quickly and propose effective solutions.
• Strong communication and documentation skills, with the ability to articulate test strategies, risks, and quality metrics.
• Experience using test management, defect tracking, and observability tools to ensure visibility into test coverage and system quality.
• Ability to lead quality initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and establish best practices for automation, reliability, and test scalability.
• A proactive mindset with high attention to detail, ownership of quality outcomes, and a continuous drive to improve testing processes and automation capabilities.

If you’re nodding along while reading this, that’s a good sign. Apply with your CV in English we’re excited to meet you!

Why us?

• Work-Life Balance: 30 days of paid vacation.
• Commuter Benefits: Public transportation tickets provided.
• Professional Development: Annual education budget of €1,500.
• Free German language classes for different proficiency levels.
• Workation Opportunities: Combine work and vacation annually.
• Wellness: Access to over 10,000 gyms and spas in Germany through Wellpass.
• BikeLeasing & Probonio: Benefit from bikeleasing opportunities & monthly gift cards
• Catering: Monthly team lunches, daily fruits, vegetables, and a variety of beverages.
• Flexibility: Flexible working hours and hybrid work model.
• Corporate Benefits: Exclusive discounts for major brands and platforms.
• Diversity: Join an international team with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Fun and Games: Socializing area for relaxing activities during the workday. Please note: this is not a remote only position, we offer you a flexible hybrid model here in Hamburg, Germany - working from home on Mondays & Fridays, coming to the office on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday!