QA Automation Trainee (Fintech)

TL;DR

QA Automation Trainee (Python/Fintech): Contributing to the quality of data-driven capital market systems through manual and automated testing with an accent on test suite implementation and data validation. Focus on developing automated test cases, integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring the reliability of AWS-based infrastructure.

Location: Porto, Portugal

Company

hirify.global is the leading European capital market covering the entire value chain from listing and trading to clearing and settlement.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and maintain automated test suites using Python, Bash, and Linux.
• Execute manual and automated tests and analyze results to ensure software quality.
• Write test cases, automation scenarios, and detailed QA reports.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and monitor quality via KPIs and dashboards.
• Collaborate with international teams to review functional and technical specifications.
• Test applications running on AWS-based infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Fluency in English (written and verbal communication).
• Basic knowledge of programming or scripting (Python, Java, JavaScript, or Bash).
• Basic understanding of SQL and API testing tools like Postman.
• Familiarity with bug-tracking tools such as Jira.
• Eligibility for an IEFP Level VI Internship.

Nice to have

• Introductory experience with frameworks like PyTest, JUnit, TestNG, or Selenium.
• Knowledge of AWS services (S3, Lambda, Redshift, Step Functions).
• Understanding of Kafka concepts.
• Awareness of CI/CD pipelines and automated test execution.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work at a leading European capital market organization.
• Exposure to high-scale data-driven systems and AWS infrastructure.
• Collaborative environment with teams across multiple locations.
• Structured learning path to apply professional QA and test automation standards.