QA Research Engineer

Malwarebytes; Umbria; Remote; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Referral bonus

Remote work allowance

Time off policy

Job summary

Malwarebytes is seeking a collaborative Research QA Engineer to thrive in a dynamic, multi-project environment. You will improve test processes, execute manual and automated tests, and help uncover good bugs while collaborating with developers in an agile setting.

The role emphasizes strong QA fundamentals, desktop testing, and hands-on automation using Python, Pytest, or Playwright, with opportunities to mentor others and drive QA initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of QA experience in agile teams.
• Experience in desktop application testing.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Python, Pytest or Playwright.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to own QA processes end-to-end.
• Excellent analytical thinking and communication.
• Ability to mentor teammates and lead QA initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual and automated test cases.
• Identify, document, and track defects.
• Improve test execution efficiency and coverage.
• Collaborate with developers in an agile environment.
• Participate in requirements testing.
• Contribute to improving QA processes and methodologies.

Skills

Testing theory

Distributed architecture

Python

Go

Ruby

React

Pytest

Playwright

CI/CD

Jenkins

QA ownership

Desktop testing

Analytical thinking

Time management

Mentoring

Job description

Malwarebytes is reimagining security to safeguard devices, data, and people — no matter their location, lifestyle, or means. What began in 2008 with one person helping another remove a malware infection has grown into a global leader in online protection, with an all-in-one suite of cybersecurity, privacy, and identity protection solutions that empower millions of people worldwide to enjoy their digital lives, free from threats and scams.

About Malwarebytes Inc.

Our portfolio has grown far beyond malware removal into a full suite of award-winning cybersecurity, privacy, and identity solutions, from the free tools that have long served as a first line of defense to newer options for identity protection and personal data removal. The threat landscape keeps getting faster, stealthier, and more sophisticated, and we believe protection should be both powerful and refreshingly simple — because security that's too hard to use doesn't get used. Built and beloved by experts, we combine world-class threat research with proprietary, AI-powered processes to deliver powerful digital protection that's always by your side.

Malwarebytes is looking for..

We are in a relentless battle against malware creators who play by rules. This challenge demands more than just intelligence and technical expertise—it requires adaptability, independence, a passion for continuous learning, and a creative approach to problem-solving.

We are seeking a collaborative Research QA Engineer who thrives in a dynamic, multi-project environment, excels in improving test processes and execution, and wants to find good bugs.

Annual Compensation Range:

The expected salary range for this role is €40,000–€50,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and location

What You Will Do:

• Comprehend and execute test cases (manual and automated)
• Uncover, document, and track defects
• Improve test case execution efficiency and test coverage
• Work in an agile development environment, collaborating with developers and others to deliver quality software iteratively
• Participating in requirements testing
• Be an integral part of the team while continuously participating in improving process and test methodologies, execution efficiency and effectiveness

Skills You'll Need to Have:

• Strong understanding of testing theory and QA best practices, specifically for web services applications
• Solid understanding of distribute architecture and ecosystem
• Familiarity with development and debugging tools for Python, Go, Ruby and React
• Hands‑on experience designing and implementing automated test cases using Python and Pytest or Playwright for React
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GHA), including integrating automated tests into workflows
• Proven ability to take ownership of QA processes, ensuring seamless quality management from development to release
• 3+ years of experience in QA roles within agile teams, with a strong focus on desktop application testing
• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills to troubleshoot complex issues and provide actionable insights
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• Ability to mentor team members, drive QA initiatives, and establish robust testing processes

Nice to Have:

• Proficiency in Go or Ruby or React to understand codebases, debug issues, and collaborate with
• Experience with performance and stress testing for web services, including resource monitoring
• and optimization
• Familiarity with API testing tools and frameworks, such as Postman, Bruno, or equivalent
• Knowledge of security and privacy standards
• Experience with accessibility testing to ensure compliance with accessibility guidelines
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Working for home allowance for remote workers
• Comprehensive Time Off polic y (Benefits and Perks subject to change by country/region)

An opportunity to do something great for yourself and the world!