Senior Test Automation Engineer – m/f/d

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. Work as a Test Engineer / Consultant on external client projects .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • GermanySenior💰 €65,000 - €80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in automated and manual software testing, with a strong focus on API, UI, and integration testing within the banking and financial services industry. Proven ability to build and scale test automation solutions while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards.

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Test Automation EngineeringAPI TestingCI/CD IntegrationISTQB Certified TesterBanking Industry Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Automated TestingManual TestingTest Case DevelopmentTest FrameworksDefect AnalysisREST API TestingGraphQL TestingIntegration TestingQuality AssuranceTest Strategy Development

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipCoaching SkillsAnalytical ThinkingProactive CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Automation FrameworksBuild PipelinesTesting ToolsComplex System LandscapesSecurity-Critical Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

ISTQB Certified Tester (Advanced Level)Test Automation Certifications

Industry Keywords

Banking ProcessesPayment TransactionsAccount ManagementTransaction ProcessingCore Banking SystemsRegulatory RequirementsDORABAITQuality Assurance in Financial SectorData Integrity Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

GraphQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work as a Test Engineer / Consultant on external client projects
Perform automated and manual software testing at various test levels
Create, maintain, and continuously improve test cases, test scenarios, and test plans
Test interfaces and integrations in complex system landscapes
Conduct automated API testing, including REST, GraphQL, and HTTP
Analyze defects and failure patterns in distributed systems
Collaborate closely with clients, development, test management, and adjacent teams
Proactively communicate test results, risks, and recommendations to clients
Build and scale test frameworks
Define quality standards and continuously improve test strategies
Provide technical development and coaching for teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Several years of experience as a Senior Test Automation Engineer
Experience in the banking and financial services industry, ideally gained through test automation projects in a banking environment
Proven experience building and scaling test automation solutions
Very strong knowledge of commonly used automation frameworks
Experience with API, UI, and integration testing
CI/CD expertise and experience integrating automated tests into build pipelines
ISTQB Certified Tester certification (at least Advanced Level)
Additional certifications in test automation are an advantage
Structured and analytical approach to work
Strong technical leadership and coaching skills
Very good German language skills (C1 level or higher)
Knowledge of banking processes, such as payment transactions, account management, transaction processing, or core banking systems
Experience ensuring the quality of complex, security-critical, and highly regulated IT systems
Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements in the financial sector, such as DORA or BAIT
Experience with test automation in complex system landscapes featuring numerous interfaces and stringent data integrity requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Permanent employment contract
28 days of annual leave
40 hours per week
Remote work possible
Probationary period: 6 months