Senior QA Engineer, DeFi Wallet

Who we are

We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we're here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want — with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 6 million customers, making us one of Europe's safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.

Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, "roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen" kind of people. It's these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you're someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let's go!

What you'll do

Own the end-to-end quality strategy for the BP DeFi Wallet. You won't just execute test plans; you will architect scalable manual and automated frameworks that ensure high-velocity delivery without compromising security.

Act as a key stakeholder in the SDLC, co-shaping Scrum/Agile practices. You will lead the QA vision for the engineering team and setting the standard for excellence.

Drive the evolution of QA processes by institutionalising Shift-Left methodologies. You will be the primary advocate for testability, usability, and rigorous security standards during the design phase.

Lead the development and maintenance of automation frameworks (Playwright E2E, Integration, API, and Load). You will optimize our CI/CD pipelines to maximize feedback speed and deployment confidence.

Own and refine the global release testing strategy, determining the optimal balance of cadence, device coverage, and automated vs. exploratory testing to protect our users.

Who you are

You bring extensive experience in mobile-first environments, with a mastery of both Front-End and Back-End QA complexities.

You possess deep domain knowledge in Payments and an understanding of the Web3/DeFi ecosystem. You understand the unique risks associated with blockchain transactions.

You have elite analytical skills, capable of not just finding bugs, but identifying systemic patterns and architectural risks that others might miss.

You demonstrate a strong understanding of Scrum and Kanban, with a "clean code" mindset. You write maintainable, scalable automation code and foster a culture of technical excellence within the team.

Proven track record of building and scaling automation frameworks from scratch (ideally TypeScript-based) and seamlessly integrating them into enterprise-level CI/CD environments (e.g., GitLab).

What's in it for you
Flexibility to work where you thrive – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice.
Reward for your impact – Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda's pay-for-impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan.
Support for your mental wellbeing – Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP.
Time to recharge – Take extra time off to rest, reset, and recharge, with 3 additional days off in 2026 to prioritise your wellbeing.
Continuous learning and growth – Grow your skills and stay ahead in your career with unlimited access to Udemy's library of online courses at your own pace.
Exclusive perks and rewards – Enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks from partners worldwide across lifestyle, wellness, tech, and travel.
Support during life milestones – Take advantage of our additional 8 weeks of gender-neutral new parent leave to welcome and bond with your new addition to the family.
Create a productive workspace at home – Set up your home office exactly how you want it with a dedicated budget for comfort and productivity.
Fuel and focus on-site – Pandas in Vienna, Bucharest, Barcelona, and Berlin can enjoy free onsite dining, with freshly prepared lunches and snacks to keep you fuelled and focused all day long.
Recognition for your contributions – Celebrate milestones and achievements with recognition and rewards for your Tenure at Bitpanda.
Show your Bitpanda pride – Access exclusive Bitpanda-branded merchandise and gear to represent.
Connect and celebrate with your team – Join unforgettable company events, from our Winter Party in Vienna to summer gatherings worldwide, fostering fun, connection, and celebration

.…and even more location-specific benefits designed to make life at Bitpanda even more rewarding wherever you are.

Above all, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda's incredible journey towards being Europe's future #1 investment platform.

Bitpanda is committed to fostering a fair and equal environment based on trust and mutual respect. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success and we are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
These benefits may be adjusted at Bitpanda's discretion and do not apply to our internships and exceptions to our Hybrid Working policy apply to teams with shift schedules or for folks whose roles require them to be in-office (think: Workplaces team or IT).