Senior QA Engineer, RestAssured & Playwright (Investing as a Service)

Who we are

We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we’re here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want — with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 6 million customers, making us one of Europe’s safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.

Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, “roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen” kind of people. It’s these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you’re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let’s go!

Your Mission

We’re not just building B2B investment infrastructure — we’re reimagining the future of finance. As a Senior QA Engineer in our Bucharest team, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our cutting-edge trading and investment products deliver flawless experiences. From precision testing to performance tuning, your work will directly influence the quality and success of the financial tools used by our global partners.

What You’ll Do

• Dive into automation testing and manual testing (postman) using Java, RestAssured, GraphQL, Playwright, and Allure
• Collaborate closely with engineers to design creative, robust test cases that go beyond the usual — think beyond positive/negative/edge cases and challenge the system!
• Become a quality champion in our agile squads, contributing to standups, sprint planning, and long-term roadmap sessions with a testing mindset
• Design, write, and maintain automated tests for both backend services and frontend components
• Partner with backend and frontend developers to integrate QA best practices throughout the development lifecycle, including CI/CD pipelines and release strategies

Who You Are

• You bring 6+ years of experience as a QA Engineer, with a strong grasp of modern QA methodologies, frameworks and best practices
• Proficient in Java, REST Assured and Playwright, with hands-on experience in test automation frameworks & well-versed in testing RESTful APIs, GraphQL services, and complex web-based systems
• Ambition to continuously explore and suggest improvements in testing strategy, tools, and processes to keep us sharp and scalable
• Known for your analytical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to uncover even the most elusive bugs
• Adaptable, collaborative, and excited to work in a fast-paced, product-focused environment

What’s in it for you

• Flexibility to work where you thrive– Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice.
• Reward for your impact– Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay-for-impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan.
• Support for your mental wellbeing– Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP.
• Time to recharge– Take extra time off to rest, reset, and recharge, with 3 additional days off in 2026 to prioritise your wellbeing.
• Continuous learning and growth– Grow your skills and stay ahead in your career with unlimited access to Udemy’s library of online courses at your own pace.
• Exclusive perks and rewards– Enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks from partners worldwide across lifestyle, wellness, tech, and travel.
• Support during life milestones– Take advantage of our additional 8 weeks of gender-neutral new parent leave to welcome and bond with your new addition to the family.
• Create a productive workspace at home– Set up your home office exactly how you want it with a dedicated budget for comfort and productivity.
• Fuel and focus on-site– Pandas in Vienna, Bucharest, Barcelona, and Berlin can enjoy free onsite dining, with freshly prepared lunches and snacks to keep you fuelled and focused all day long.
• Recognition for your contributions– Celebrate milestones and achievements with recognition and rewards for your Tenure at Bitpanda.
• Show your Bitpanda pride– Access exclusive Bitpanda-branded merchandise and gear to represent.
• Connect and celebrate with your team– Join unforgettable company events, from our Winter Party in Vienna to summer gatherings worldwide, fostering fun, connection, and celebration

.…and even more location-specific benefits designed to make life at Bitpanda even more rewarding wherever you are.

Above all, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda’s incredible journey towards being Europe’s future #1 investment platform.