Senior Quality Assurance Engineer (Backbone Core)

TL;DR

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer (Backbone Core): Designing and implementing comprehensive test strategies for complex backend systems and high-volume data pipelines with an accent on API reliability, contract testing, and CI/CD integration. Focus on uncovering edge cases in asynchronous workflows and driving a shift-left quality culture across cross-functional teams.

Location: Hamburg, Germany

Compensation: €65,000–€75,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a fast-growing enterprise commerce platform enabling brands and retailers to realize their D2C ambitions through innovation and data-driven solutions.

What you will do

• Design and maintain comprehensive test strategies and automation frameworks for complex internal systems.
• Analyze product requirements to identify hidden edge cases and business logic bottlenecks.
• Act as a strategic bridge between Product Management and Engineering to ensure alignment.
• Lead testing strategies for high-volume data ingestion, transformation, and distribution pipelines.
• Mentor team members on QA best practices and improve CI/CD pipeline integration.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in QA and test automation with a focus on complex REST backend applications.
• Strong knowledge of HTTP protocols, contract testing, and schema validation.
• Proven experience designing test approaches for asynchronous workflows and high-throughput data pipelines.
• Proficiency with API testing tools and automation frameworks like Python, Java, or Node.
• Fluent English communication skills required.

Culture & Benefits

• Environment that encourages flexibility, creativity, and continuous development.
• Focus on international collaboration and data-driven innovation.
• Commitment to acceptance, inclusion, and fairness.
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth in a fast-paced eCommerce environment.