Middle Mobile AQA Engineer

N-iX is looking for a Middle Mobile AQA Engineer to join our team!

Our client is a leading financial institution driving digital transformation across its core products. You will join the Digital Technology Product Organization (DTPO), working in a cross-functional Agile squad to build and maintain next-generation mobile banking solutions. The team focuses on delivering secure, stable, and seamless mobile experiences, including gamification mechanics, for millions of users.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and automated testing of native mobile applications (iOS & Android)/ Target workload is approximately 70% manual and 30% automation testing.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Java, Kotlin, and Appium.
• Perform basic API contract testing and verifications using Swagger/OpenAPI.
• Analyze and intercept network traffic, mock data, and work with certificates using tools like Charles Proxy, Wireshark, or Fiddler.
• Extract and analyze logs directly from iOS and Android devices/emulators.
• Execute tests on real devices, emulators, and cloud-based device farms (e.g., BrowserStack).
• Participate in regression, smoke, and exploratory testing.
• Create and maintain test cases, checklists, and other QA documentation.
• Collaborate with developers, Product Owners, and other QA engineers within Agile squads

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in software QA/testing as a practicing Mobile QA specialist (recent, hands-on experience is a must).
• Strong, hands-on experience in Mobile Automation specifically using Appium (at least 2 years of recent practical experience). (Note: Alternatives like Espresso or XCUITest do not fit this role).
• Deep practical knowledge of Java and Kotlin.
• Experience with Selenide and RestAssured.
• Strong practical skills in network traffic interception and debugging (Charles Proxy, Fiddler, etc.).
• Basic understanding of mobile security testing principles (e.g., OWASP Top 10 for mobile).
• Understanding of CI/CD processes and basic Git skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Domain experience: Previous experience working in FinTech is highly desirable.
• Upper Intermediate+ level of Ukrainian.

Nice to have:

• Experience in testing gamification/gaming mechanics within mobile apps is a significant plus (but not a blocker)

We offer*:

• Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexible
• A competitive salary and good compensation package
• Personalized career growth
• Professional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more)
• Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing
• Education reimbursement
• Memorable anniversary presents
• Corporate events and team buildings
• Other location-specific benefits

*not applicable for freelancers