Quality Assurance Engineer (f/m/d)

WHATEVER.WORKS is a B2B SaaS startup based in Freiburg, Germany, pioneering Workations as an HR benefit. Our mission is to enable a balanced and flexible work environment by offering innovative solutions that empower employees and drive productivity. We are a small, diverse team, and want to have conversations rather than meetings, solutions rather than procedures, and initiative rather than conformity.

We are looking for an experienced Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer to join our growing in-house development team. You will help us to release quality software to our B2B customers efficiently and reliably. In our cross-functional team, you will work closely with developers, product managers and designers to create and implement comprehensive automated and manual test plans and identify and resolve issues.

• Ensure that each release of our application meets high standards of functionality, performance, security and usability
• Develop and execute test plans and cases for manual and automated testing to ensure ongoing high quality in deployments and features
• Identify, document, and track defects. Work closely with developers to reproduce and resolve these issues
• Advocate for product quality within a cross-functional development team
• Optimize the QA process and implement best practices to enhance product quality

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance, testing, and debugging of frontend and backend applications (JavaScript)
• Proficiency in manual testing (functional, regression, UAT) as well as automated testing (e.g. cypress)
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies
• Strong problem-solving skills as well as excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub)
• Familiarity with API testing and rational databases
• Proficiency in Javascript
• Experience in the SaaS industry, particularly in B2B environments is preferred
• Good German language skills are a plus

• Impact & Innovation: You will significantly contribute to the development of an innovative HR software solution. At WHATEVER.WORKS, you drive real change in the world of work and bring your skills to a rapidly growing tech startup.
• Ultimate Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to set your work hours and location flexibly, with the option to work remotely within Germany. Plus: Work from anywhere you want with up to 40 days of Workation per year
• Mobility: Stay mobile with your own JobRad and a monthly mobility budget of €100, whether for work or personal use.
• Mental Health: Your mental health is important to us. Benefit from our mental health platform, including ten coaching and counseling sessions per year
• Culture & Community: Experience a trusting work environment where everyone collaborates as equals and transparent communication is key. Your ideas are not only valued but are crucial to our success! Our quarterly live events strengthen our team spirit and help us grow together
• Development & Growth: We not only develop as a company but also support your personal and professional development - grow in your role and beyond
• Top Technology: We equip you with up-to-date hardware to ensure smooth work processes

Apply with your current CV or send us a link to your LinkedIn profile. If your profile is a fit, we will discuss next steps in an initial conversation. If you have anything else you'd like to share, feel free to use the comment field.

We value diversity and explicitly encourage applicants, regardless of social, ethnic, or national background, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental abilities, and age, to apply.
 

Start: As soon as possible

Hybrid / Remote | Full-time | Germany

We look forward to receiving your application!