Senior Platform QA Engineer

Interval; Berlin; Remote; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading technology firm is seeking an experienced Senior Platform QA Engineer for a remote position with occasional travel to client offices in Germany. The role involves establishing QA processes, developing automated tests for cloud-native services, and collaborating with DevOps teams within Agile methodologies. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in large-scale projects, strong Linux/Unix testing expertise, and proficiency in Pytest. Flexible working hours and competitive pay are offered.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Exciting project opportunities

Competitive pay

Qualifikationen

• Proven track record in large-scale projects.
• Experience in establishing QA processes and frameworks.
• Fluent in English (C1 level or above).

Aufgaben

• Establish QA processes and best practices.
• Develop automated tests for cloud-native services using Pytest.
• Work with DevOps teams to integrate QA into CI / CD pipelines.

Kenntnisse

QA processes establishment

Pytest proficiency

Linux / Unix testing

CI / CD principles

Analytical skills

DevOps CI / CD experience

Tools

Kubernetes

TestRail

Jobbeschreibung

This is a remote position.

Location : Remote (occasional travel to the client office in Germany required)

Start Date : 01 / 09 / 2025

Contract Type : Freelance / Contract

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Platform QA Engineer to support the delivery of an internal cloud-native platform designed to accelerate the development and deployment of software products. This platform provides application teams with self-service capabilities for infrastructure data service lifecycle management, application build and delivery as well as operational services. It is deployed in a hybrid cloud environment combining private and public cloud infrastructure.

About the Programme

The delivery programme focuses on optimising engineering workflows, increasing automation and integrating modern development tools including AI-assisted capabilities. The aim is to enable rapid iteration, reliable test automation and safe deployment while ensuring high quality and reducing lead times. The programme also emphasises proactive risk identification, deep technical analysis and continuous improvement based on feedback loops from real-world usage.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain QA processes and best practices for the platform from the ground up
• Develop and maintain automated tests for cloud-native services using tools such as Pytest
• Perform testing in Linux / Unix environments
• Work closely with DevOps teams to integrate QA into CI / CD pipelines and infrastructure automation
• Create and manage comprehensive test documentation
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues in large-scale cloud-native environments
• Support the software development lifecycle within Agile / Scrum methodologies
• Contribute to architectural and operational reviews to identify and mitigate technical risks

Requirements

Eligibility

• Residency in the EU or UK

Must-Have Experience

• Proven track record in large-scale projects or programmes
• Proficiency in Pytest and automation of cloud-native services
• Strong Linux / Unix testing expertise
• Solid understanding of CI / CD principles
• Experience in test documentation management
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for cloud-native platforms
• Demonstrated experience in establishing QA processes and frameworks
• Hands-on experience in DevOps CI / CD pipelines and infrastructure automation
• In-depth understanding of the software development lifecycle and Agile / Scrum practices

Must-Have Language Skills

• Fluent English (C1 level or above)

Preferred Experience

• Multi-cloud environment experience and cloud-native testing approaches
• Knowledge of Kubernetes containerisation and orchestration technologies
• Familiarity with TestRail or similar test management tools
• Background in infrastructure platform projects

Benefits

As a freelancer / contractor with us you will enjoy flexible working hours and the freedom to choose your own projects. Our platform gives you access to exciting projects in various industries and supports you in advancing your career. Youll benefit from competitive pay and a dedicated team to help you with any questions you may have. Work independently and utilise our strong network to achieve your professional goals.

Details

• Employment Type : Full Time
• Experience : years
• Vacancy : 1