We are seeking a Junior QA Engineer who is eager to start a career in software testing and grow within our team. You’ll help ensure the quality and reliability of our products used by thousands of users. This role is designed for someone at the beginning of their QA journey - you don’t need years of experience, just curiosity, motivation, and willingness to learn.
You’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of software testing, learn how to work with web and mobile applications, and get hands-on practice with test automation and programming. Our team will provide mentorship, training, and guidance so you can build strong foundations in QA and software development.
If you’re at the end years of your studies or freshly graduated and enthusiastic about technology, want to learn how modern software is built and tested, and are excited to grow your skills step by step, we’d love to meet you.
Basic knowledge of software testing principles (ISTQB Foundation Level or equivalent knowledge - certificate not required).
Willingness to learn and develop skills in both manual and automated testing.
Basic Python skills, enabling you to write simple functions or scripts.
Curiosity, attention to detail, and motivation to grow in QA.
Ability to work in a team and communicate clearly in English (written and spoken).
You are at the end years of your studies or freshly graduated.
First experience with test automation tools (e.g., Playwright, Selenium, or similar).
Basic knowledge of API testing (e.g., using Postman).
Familiarity with version control systems (Git).
Understanding of Agile/Scrum basics.
Interest in AI/ML and how it can support testing.
Languages/Frameworks: PHP 8+/Symfony 6+/Laravel 9+, JS/TypeScript, Go, PHPUnit, Codeception, Flutter/Dart
Databases: MySQL, MariaDB
Infrastructure: UNIX, Kubernetes, RabbitMQ
Testing: Playwright, Python, Dart, Postman
CI/CD: GitLab CI, Code Magic
Containerization: Docker
AI Tools: Jetbrains AI, Cursor, Gemini for Google Workspace
Tools: Jira, Requirements & Test Management for Jira, Confluence, Slack, IDE (freedom of choice), G Suite, Sentry
Agile Scrum + XP elements
OOP, TDD, DDD, SOLID, Clean Code
Code reviews, pull requests, automation mindset
QA as part of cross-functional team
Private healthcare
Cafeteria system & Sport Card
Training budget €800 per year
Integration meetings (internal training, hackathon, integration trips and meetings)
Referral Bonus
Startup atmosphere
No dress code
Flexible hours
Flexible working format - remote or hybrid
Modern office, Chillout zone, Standing desk, parking for bicycles, and a cloakroom with showers
Regular office lunches and integration meetings
Some international travels included
Revolutionäre Software, moderne Offices und hochmotivierte Teams - das gibt es nur in Berlin oder im Silicon Valley, stimmt's? Nicht ganz! Auch im beschaulichen Lübeck findest du so ein rasant wachsendes Unternehmen, das im Begriff ist, eine ganze Branche umzukrempeln.
Das sind wir, blau direkt! Gegründet im Jahr 2000 mit der Vision, den Versicherungs- und Investmentbereich durch den Einsatz von Technologie radikal zu verändern. Konkret bedeutet das: Versicherungsmakler und -vertriebe in ganz Deutschland nutzen unsere innovative Infrastruktur, um ihre Betriebe zu digitalisieren. Auch wenn es uns schon eine ganze Zeit lang gibt, das Spannendste liegt noch vor uns! Und dafür brauchen wir noch mehr kluge Köpfe, mutige Entdecker und clevere Strategen. Wenn Du einen unserer 350 Mitarbeiter:innen fragst, wie sie blau direkt beschreiben, würden sie dir wohl von familiärer Atmosphäre, großartigen Weiterentwicklungsmöglichkeiten und spektakulären Events berichten. Klingt nach dem Unternehmen, bei dem du morgen arbeiten möchtest? Dann schicke uns doch heute deine Bewerbung. Wir freuen uns auf dich!