QA Lead

• Lead and evolve the QA strategy in collaboration with tech and product leadership.
• Implement AI-powered test case generation, defect analysis, and automated regression suite optimization
• Drive end-to-end testing activities: strategy, planning, execution, automation, reporting, and release readiness.
• Mentor and guide QA engineers while maintaining hands-on involvement in project testing.
  Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to integrate QA seamlessly into the development lifecycle.
• Build automated test frameworks from scratch and continuously improve existing ones (Playwright/Python).
• Define test cases based on technical and business requirements.
• Support CI/CD processes and ensure high-quality automated pipelines (GitLab CI).
• Ensure visibility of QA metrics and quality KPIs (i.e. test coverage, defect leakage, and release quality) across all levels of the organization.
• Work independently, managing priorities and deadlines.
• Advocate for a quality-first mindset within the organization.

• Proven experience in large-scale software projects, with at least 5+ years of experience in software testing.
• Strong background in both manual and automated testing.
• Track record of mentoring QA engineers and building high-performing QA teams.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with a hands-on approach.
• Expertise in Playwright and Python-based test automation.
• Advanced API testing (Postman) experience: design, security,  execution, and automation.
• Experience in setting up and maintaining automated test pipelines from scratch (GitLab CI preferred).
• Experience with test case management and reporting tools.
• High proficiency in time management, analytics, and independent decision-making.
• Fluent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

• Experience testing mobile applications (real devices or device farms).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and eXtreme Programming practices.
• ISTQB Advanced/Expert level certification.
• Basic German language skills.
• Experience with performance and security testing. 
• Exposure to AI/ML tools for testing (e.g., intelligent test creation, test impact analysis, anomaly detection).

• 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 

Revolutionary software, modern offices and highly motivated teams - you can only find that in Berlin or Silicon Valley, right? Not quite! Even in the tranquil town of Lübeck you can find such a rapidly growing company that is about to turn an entire industry upside down.

That's us, blau direkt! 

If you ask our 200 employees how they directly describe blau, they would probably tell you about a family atmosphere, great development opportunities and spectacular events. Sounds like the kind of company you'd like to work for tomorrow? Then send us your application today. We look forward to hearing from you!