Senior Crypto Manual QA Tester
XM · Romania
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Romania
Job highlights
- Test crypto trading systems manually.
- Ensure software quality in agile teams.
- Validate front-end, back-end, and E2E flows.
- Work with financial and blockchain technologies.
- Opportunities for development and training.
About the role
Senior Manual QA Tester – Crypto
As part of the QA team, you will work in cross-functional, innovative, agile tech teams to ensure quality is consistent throughout the development process. You will be involved in front-end, back-end, and E2E testing, and you will be offered fantastic opportunities to learn and develop.
Main Responsibilities:
- Understand and clarify business requirements, features, and technical implementation.
- Enhance software delivery and quality throughout the entire software development cycle.
- Ensure that software meets functional and non-functional requirements.
- Stay up to date on the latest testing trends and technologies related to DB and API.
- Report testing status to project teams and Head of the QA department.
- Track issues and drive resolutions throughout the testing process.
- Manage in-house testing documentation, write and continuously review test strategy.
- Validate crypto trading flows including order placement, execution, and settlement.
- Participate in testing high-availability and high-throughput systems handling real-time trading data.
Main Requirements:
- BSc/MSc in Computer science.
- 3+ years of experience in manual testing of software products.
- Understanding of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency concepts (wallets, transactions, etc.).
- Experience testing financial or trading platforms (crypto exchanges, fintech, or payment systems).
- Practical experience in GUI and API testing is a must.
- Knowledge of SQL and database concepts.
- Strong knowledge and experience in software testing concepts and methodologies.
- Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Committed to excellence, continuous improvement, and to achieving the best results.
- Methodical, analytical, and meticulous.
- Very good written and verbal skills in English.
Advantages:
- Experience in mobile testing (iOS/Android).
- Experience in any scripting language.
- Experience in automated testing.
- Familiarity with different API protocols and technologies.
- Understanding of KYC/AML flows in crypto platforms.
- Certified with a testing-related certification such as ISTQB.
Benefit From:
- Attractive remuneration package.
- Intellectually stimulating work environment.
- Continuous personal development and international training opportunities.
The Hiring Experience: What Awaits you
- Let’s Connect – Intro Chat with Talent Acquisition.
- Deep Dive – First Interview with Your Future Team.
- Final Connection – Final Interview.
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality!
Key skills/competency:
- Manual QA Testing
- Crypto Trading Platforms
- Blockchain Technology
- API Testing
- SQL and Databases
- Agile Methodologies
- Test Strategy
- Requirement Analysis
- Issue Tracking
- Financial Platforms
Skills & topics
- Manual QA Tester
- Crypto
- Blockchain
- API Testing
- SQL
- Financial Platforms
- Agile
- Software Testing
- QA Engineer
- Trading Systems
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your manual testing experience, blockchain understanding, and financial platform knowledge. Use keywords from the job description.
- Showcase your crypto expertise: Emphasize your understanding of wallets, transactions, and trading flows. Mention any experience with crypto exchanges or fintech.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss software testing concepts, methodologies, SQL, and API testing.
- Demonstrate soft skills: Highlight your analytical, methodical, and meticulous approach, along with strong communication abilities in English.
- Understand the hiring process: Be aware of the three-stage interview process, from intro chat to final connection.
Technical preparation
Master manual testing techniques for GUI and API.,Understand blockchain and crypto transaction flows.,Practice SQL queries for database validation.,Familiarize with trading platform functionalities.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex bug you found.,How do you handle conflicting requirements?,How do you ensure continuous improvement?,Detail your approach to meticulous testing.
Frequently asked questions
- What specific crypto knowledge is required for the Senior Manual QA Tester role at XM?
- For the Senior Manual QA Tester position at XM, a solid understanding of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency concepts is essential. This includes familiarity with wallets, transactions, and the general principles of how cryptocurrencies operate. Experience with crypto trading flows, such as order placement, execution, and settlement, is also a key requirement.
- How important is experience with financial or trading platforms for this role?
- Experience with financial or trading platforms is highly important for the Senior Manual QA Tester role at XM. Specifically, experience with crypto exchanges, fintech platforms, or payment systems will be a significant advantage, as you will be validating crypto trading flows.
- What are the primary testing responsibilities for a Senior Manual QA Tester at XM?
- The primary responsibilities include ensuring software quality throughout the development cycle, validating crypto trading flows, and testing high-availability systems with real-time trading data. You will be involved in front-end, back-end, and E2E testing, as well as reporting testing status and tracking issues.
- What technical skills are mandatory for the Senior Manual QA Tester position?
- Mandatory technical skills include a BSc/MSc in Computer Science, at least 3 years of manual testing experience, practical GUI and API testing experience, and knowledge of SQL and database concepts. A strong understanding of software testing concepts and methodologies is also required.
- Does XM offer opportunities for professional development for this role?
- Yes, XM offers continuous personal development and international training opportunities for this role. You will also benefit from an intellectually stimulating work environment and opportunities to learn and develop within innovative, agile tech teams.
- What is the interview process like for the Senior Manual QA Tester role at XM?
- The hiring process at XM for this role involves three stages: an introductory chat with Talent Acquisition, a first interview with your future team for a deep dive, and a final connection interview to conclude the process.
- Is experience in automated testing required for this Senior Manual QA Tester position?
- While practical experience in manual GUI and API testing is a must, experience in automated testing is listed as an advantage rather than a strict requirement for this Senior Manual QA Tester role at XM.