QA & Automation Engineer + Java/ Hybrid -Krakow

Dear Consultant,

We are seeking an experienced QA & Automation Engineer with strong expertise in programming, test automation, API testing, performance testing, and CI/CD pipelines. The role requires hands-on knowledge of modern frameworks, containerized environments, and cloud platforms. The successful candidate will contribute to end-to-end quality assurance strategy and execution, ensuring robust, scalable, and high-performing systems. Send Cv to (marcillina.tietjen@dcvtechnologies.co,uk) if youa re interested.

Location: Krakow, Poland (Onsite – minimum 3 days per week

Experience Level: 10+ years overall IT experience

Employment Type:B2B Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts across functional, regression, and performance testing.

• Perform API testing using modern tools and frameworks to validate system integrations.

• Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines for continuous validation and deployment.

• Execute containerized tests using Docker and Kubernetes.

• Work in Azure cloud environments for test execution and system validation.

• Perform performance and load testing using industry-standard tools.

• Collaborate with developers, architects, and DevOps teams to drive testing best practices.

• Document defects, test results, and provide detailed reports to stakeholders.

Must-Have Skills & Experience

• 10+ years overall IT experience with proven QA/Automation expertise.

• Programming & Scripting: Java, JavaScript

• Test Automation Frameworks: Cypress, Playwright, TestNG, JUnit, Selenium

• API Testing: Postman, REST Assured, Karate

• CI/CD Pipelines: GitLab CI/CD

• Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes (for test execution)

• Cloud Platforms: Azure

• Performance Testing: JMeter, Gatling, k6

• Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, Agile/Scrum practices, and test strategy design.

Key Competencies

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong collaboration and communication across technical and non-technical teams.

• Ability to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement.