Middle Manual QA Engineer

Trading; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Vacation & holidays

Sick leave

Equipment budget

Well-being budget

Courses & Level-Up Budget

Bonuses for referrals

Bonuses for personal celebrations

English-improvement budget

Job summary

Trading Space is seeking a Middle Manual QA Engineer to ensure quality across web applications. You will run end-to-end testing, validate releases on staging and production health, and investigate issues from production and support with precise bug reports.

You’ll design test scenarios, collaborate with product managers, developers, and UI/UX teams, and advocate for process improvements. Remote work is fully supported, with a focus on timely, clear communication.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manual testing of web applications.
• Strong understanding of Steam trading mechanics, including trade offers, restrictions, holds, Steam Trade Protection, and trade reversals.
• Strong knowledge of software testing principles.
• Ability to apply test design and test analysis early in the SDLC.
• Experience testing REST APIs using tools such as Postman or Bruno.
• Experience with databases and SQL query writing.
• Ability to prepare test data and set up user and transaction states using APIs, SQL, and internal tools.
• Understanding of HTTP and WebSockets.
• Ability to analyze requirements, identify gaps and inconsistencies, and translate them into effective test scenarios.
• Understanding of Agile principles and practices, Kanban method.
• Experience testing iOS and Android applications, including device compatibility, permissions, app lifecycle, and network-related scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Guard product quality end-to-end: track, triage, and report issues across the QA cycle;
• Validate releases: run pre-release regression on Staging and post-release health checks on Prod;
• Investigate production and Support-reported issues, distinguish new defects from known issues, and create or update bug reports with supporting evidence;
• Create and maintain test scenarios, cases, checklists and bug reports that actually help the team move faster;
• Summarize testing results, highlight remaining risks, and communicate release readiness;
• Collaborate tightly with Product Managers, Devs, and UI/UX team to ensure features work as intended and users stay happy;
• Don't just test – think. Suggest product and process improvements, raise risks early, and use AI tools and automation where they help simplify QA workflows and reduce repetitive work;
• Be ready to adapt – our world moves fast, and flexibility is part of the game;
• Stay honest, open, and direct – no corporate nonsense, just teamwork and clarity.

Skills

Manual testing

Steam trading

REST API testing

SQL queries

Agile / Kanban

Mobile testing (iOS/Android)

Postman

Bruno

SDLC & test design

Proactive / responsible

Tools

Postman

Bruno

Job description

We are looking for a Middle Manual QA Engineer who loves digging into details, catching bugs before they bite, and making sure everything works like a charm.

• Guard product quality end-to-end: track, triage, and report issues across the QA cycle;
• Validate releases: run pre-release regression on Staging and post-release health checks on Prod;
• Investigate production and Support-reported issues, distinguish new defects from known issues, and create or update bug reports with supporting evidence;
• Create and maintain test scenarios, cases, checklists and bug reports that actually help the team move faster;
• Summarize testing results, highlight remaining risks, and communicate release readiness;
• Collaborate tightly with Product Managers, Devs, and UI/UX team to ensure features work as intended and users stay happy;
• Don't just test – think. Suggest product and process improvements, raise risks early, and use AI tools and automation where they help simplify QA workflows and reduce repetitive work;
• Be ready to adapt – our world moves fast, and flexibility is part of the game;
• Stay honest, open, and direct – no corporate nonsense, just teamwork and clarity.
• 3+ years of experience in manual testing of web applications;
• Strong understanding of Steam trading mechanics, including trade offers, restrictions, holds, Steam Trade Protection, and trade reversals;
• Strong knowledge of software testing principles;
• Ability to apply test design and test analysis early in the SDLC;
• Experience testing REST APIs using tools such as Postman or Bruno;
• Experience with databases and SQL query writing;
• Ability to prepare test data and set up user and transaction states using APIs, SQL, and internal tools;
• Understanding of HTTP and WebSockets;
• Ability to analyze requirements, identify gaps and inconsistencies, and translate them into effective test scenarios;
• Understanding of Agile principles and practices, Kanban method;
• Experience testing iOS and Android applications, including device compatibility, permissions, app lifecycle, and network-related scenarios;
• You're proactive, curious and responsible.

Will be your boost:

• Practical familiarity with skin marketplaces and their core flows;
• Have an unstoppable passion to improve products and processes around;
• Experience with payment integrations, KYC/AML, and anti-fraud systems;
• Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and Git;
• Experience with performance and security testing.

What's in it for you

Fully Remote Work

Grind at home or level up from a beachside café — we don't care where you are, — as long as the mission gets done.

Agile Working Schedule

Night owl or early bird? No problem. Work the hours that suit you best — just sync with your manager and team.

We value our team, so we offer fair pay (plus sweet bonuses when you crush).

Playing with Power

Your ideas matter. Pitch them, shape the product, and help redefine the gaming industry. Be the game-changer you’ve always wanted to be.

Bye-Bye Bureaucracy

No one likes grinding through endless forms and red tape. We keep processes simple and efficient so you can focus on what matters.

Development Boost

Whether it’s courses to level up your skills or new gear to enhance your setup, we’ve got your back. Let’s grow together!

HRs That Actually Care

Our HR team is like a trusty healer: always there when you need help, ready to listen, and genuinely supportive.

Free Space for Memes

Got a funny meme? Share it! We even have a dedicated meme chat for laughs and ridiculousness. Pro tip: come prepared! : )

Team That's Got Your Back

When something goes wrong, we don’t point fingers. We squad up, find the root of the problem, and fix it together. And if you miss a shot? We don't blame — we help you reload and get back in the game.

We aim to keep our hiring process straightforward and hassle-free — no need for endless steps to join the team. What you see is our standard process, but sometimes we may add one or two extra steps (if the role is crucial, we’ll want to ensure we’re the perfect fit for each other).

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Recruitment interview

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Final interview

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Grab your offer! Welcome to the team!

Team manager also awaits you to join

Hi! I'm the QA Team Lead, and we’re looking for a Middle Manual QA Engineer who doesn't just test, but thinks. You’ll check releases on Staging and Prod, investigate issues from production and Support, and work closely with Product Managers, Devs, and the UI/UX team to make sure features work as intended.

If you understand Steam trading mechanics, have experience with APIs and SQL, and are proactive, curious, and responsible, you’ll feel right at home with us. Teamwork, clarity, and no corporate nonsense: that’s how we play

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Spacer's benefits for the coolest experience

20 Days of Vacation & Extra Holidays

Take a break when you need it, not just when you hit max burnout. Plus, you get random surprise holidays from our CEO! A little extra downtime, just because.

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7 Days of Paid Sick Leave

Feeling under the weather? Take a sick day and rest — your health comes first, always.

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Computer Equipment

No laptop? No problem! Just ask your manager, and we’ll hook you up with the tech you need in no time.

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We care about your well-being. That’s why we provide a budget for sports, life insurance, or psychological therapy — because you are important here.

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Cool Quality Merch

Forget the boring mugs and notebooks. We’re talking about real, high-quality gear — and you don’t have to earn it. We just hand it over because you’re part of the team!

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Courses & Level-Up Budget

Ready to level up your skills? Whether it’s courses, certifications, or conferences, we’ll cover 50% of the cost to help you grow.

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Tax Coverage & Accounting Support

We’ve got your back when it comes to tax and accounting support for individual entrepreneurs.

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Bonuses for Recommendations

We love referrals! Bring an awesome friend into the squad, and if they’re a good fit, you’ll score a sweet bonus.

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Bonuses for Personal Celebrations

Birthday, wedding, or the arrival of your little one? We’ve got a special bonus for those major life milestones.

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Want to upgrade your English skills? We support that! Just let HR know, and we’ll provide a budget to help you improve.

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Spacers reviews on working in TS

I’ve been working at Trading Space as a Tech Product Manager, and honestly, it doesn’t feel like “just a job.” What I love most is that it’s not a company obsessed with processes, but a company that truly cares about people. The communication is amazing, the team is full of real experts, and everyone is so supportive and kind — total sweethearts!

Trading Space is a rare find where they understand that happy developers create better products. Here, they care about technological growth and personal comfort. You feel like a true professional. All of this creates an atmosphere of mutual respect and motivates you to do your best.

I’ve been working at the company — with some short breaks — since its very beginning. Over the years, I’ve witnessed incredible growth: the team has expanded, new products have been launched, and everyone has grown both professionally and personally. Most importantly, we’ve managed to preserve the warm and friendly atmosphere within the team.

There are companies where you just work, and there are companies where you live. And it's not hard work, not “oh God, it's Monday again,” but enjoyment, a cool atmosphere, and a team that’s great to be with. I'm glad I 'm here!

I have been working at Trading Space for over 2 years, and looking back, I don’t regret a single minute spent in the company. At first, I was simply happy about the fully remote format, but I quickly realized that the company has an incredible number of advantages — from a friendly and supportive team, teambuilding events, courses, and lectures to constant bonuses for your contribution and sometimes just for being part of it. If you want to work, grow personally and professionally, and be part of something bigger than just a company for work experience, this is the perfect place.

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