Senior Quality Assurance Lead

NovaSearch GmbH; Mannheim; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading software company in Mannheim is seeking an experienced QA Lead to ensure the quality and stability of its cloud-based software platform. You will lead an international team of QA engineers, developing automated tests and improving QA processes. The ideal candidate has solid experience in software quality assurance, backend test automation skills, and leadership potential. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Leistungen

Competitive salary package

Responsibility for shaping QA processes

Exciting projects in a cloud-based environment

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Qualifikationen

• Solid experience in software quality assurance and testing principles.
• Hands-on experience with backend test automation using Java/JUnit.
• Experience in frontend testing with Playwright or similar frameworks.

Aufgaben

• Ensure platform quality and stability through automated and manual testing.
• Develop and maintain backend automated tests in Java using JUnit.
• Collaborate with development teams to identify and resolve issues early.

Kenntnisse

Software quality assurance

Backend test automation (Java/JUnit)

Frontend testing (Playwright)

Technical documentation

Git

Agile development

Leadership

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Mannheim (Hybrid: 3 days office)

Employment: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced QA Lead to take responsibility for the quality and stability of a cloud-based software platform while leading an international team of QA engineers. This role combines operational and strategic tasks: from developing automated tests and ensuring platform reliability to reviewing documentation and improving QA processes. You will help shape a robust and efficient quality assurance framework that ensures high-quality software delivery.

Responsibilities

• Ensure platform quality and stability through automated and manual testing
• Develop and maintain backend automated tests in Java using JUnit
• Collaborate with development teams to identify and resolve issues early
• Lead test planning and risk assessments to ensure robust product delivery
• Continuously improve QA processes, tools, and methodologies in an agile environment
• Maintain release notes and technical documentation for internal and external users

Qualifications

• Solid experience in software quality assurance and testing principles
• Hands‑on experience with backend test automation (Java/JUnit)
• Experience in frontend testing with Playwright or similar frameworks
• Strong skills in technical documentation and process optimization
• Familiarity with Git and agile development workflows
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Leadership experience and ability to mentor and guide teams (a plus)

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Responsibility for shaping QA processes in a fast‑growing international team
• Exciting projects in a modern, cloud‑based software environment
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth