Senior QA Engineer

Svitla Systems Inc. is looking for a Senior QA Engineer for a full-time position (40 hours per week) in Europe. Our client is a company that creates interactive games, quizzes, and adventures specifically designed for children.  We're looking for a tester who's comfortable focusing on mostly manual testing for now, with limited automated testing possible (there is no environment to support it yet). Requirements: • 4+ years of experience in manual testing (AQA experience is a plus). • Experience in small to medium companies preferred, not in startups. • Strong understanding of manual mobile application testing. • Understanding of API-based systems and data flows (polling, backend interactions). • Basic understanding of Bluetooth and MQTT from a testing perspective. • Experience working with real devices. • Expertise in reading and understanding CI/CD build logs. • Excellent written and spoken English. • Excellent communication skills and initiative to report product/feature/software issues immediately. • Ability to self-structure your work in an ambiguous environment. • Sharp attention to detail and solid communication skills. • Curiosity and comfort digging into unfamiliar parts of the product. Nice to have: • Basic knowledge of TypeScript/JavaScript. • Basic understanding of APIs or testing automation concepts. • Experience triggering builds and running tests locally on macOS. • Previous experience testing products with hardware integration. Responsibilities: • Perform manual testing of a React Native mobile application (iOS / Android). • Validate user-facing insights generated from hardware data and displayed in the app after processing. • Use a real hardware device (Bluetooth box) to generate test data for QA purposes. • Execute regression testing and verify new features before release. • Analyze CI/CD pipeline failures in Bitrise and review build/test logs. • Collaborate closely with developers and a separate hardware-focused team. • Maintain and adjust existing E2E tests (Detox) when minor issues are identified. • Work independently, organize your own testing focus, and adapt as requirements evolve. • Verify fixes and keep track of riskier areas. • Mostly manually test the company’s music box features and functions. • Spot, reproduce, and clearly describe bugs. • Occasionally prepare automated testing scenarios (rarely). We offer • US and EU projects based on advanced technologies. • Competitive compensation based on skills and experience. • Regular performance appraisals to support your growth. • Flexibility in workspace, either remote or our welcoming office. • Bonuses for article writing, public talks, other activities • Generous time off, including vacation, national holidays, sick leaves, and family days. • Personalized learning programs tailored to your interests and skill development. • Free tech webinars and meetups organized by Svitla. • Regular corporate online activities. • Awesome team and a friendly, supportive community!