Senior QA Automation Engineer (Banking)

Location: Amsterdam Netherlands
Duration: 6 Months
Start Date: August 2026
Experience: 810 Years
Employment Type: Contract

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior QA Automation Engineer to join a Scrum-based development team supporting enterprise banking applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software quality assurance test automation API testing and system integration testing with experience working in Agile environments.

This role requires a proactive T-shaped QA professional who can contribute to test strategy automation functional testing and collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement comprehensive test strategies to maximize test coverage.
• Design execute and maintain functional regression system integration and end-to-end test cases.
• Perform testing of web applications mobile applications and REST APIs.
• Develop and maintain automated test frameworks preferably using Python-based tools such as Robot Framework or PyTest.
• Execute API testing using Postman or similar tools.
• Work with SQL databases (preferably Microsoft SQL Server) for data validation and testing.
• Manage testing activities using Azure DevOps or similar test management platforms.
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) planning execution and coordination.
• Collaborate closely with developers business analysts and product owners within Scrum teams.
• Identify document and track defects through to resolution.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes and automation practices.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 8 years of software quality assurance experience.
• At least 2 years of practical experience working in Scrum/Agile teams.
• Bachelors degree or higher in an IT-related discipline.
• Strong experience with:
  • Test strategy development
  • Functional regression integration and end-to-end testing
  • REST API testing using Postman
  • SQL databases (preferably Microsoft SQL Server)
  • Test management tools ideally Azure DevOps
  • Mobile and web application testing
  • Test automation using Python-based frameworks (Robot Framework PyTest or similar)
• Experience within the banking payments or credit card domain.
• Strong analytical troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within Agile teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• ISTQB Foundation or Advanced Certification (Test Analyst or Agile Testing).
• Experience with non-functional testing.
• Previous experience as a Business Analyst or Software Developer.
• Experience with Temenos Transact Core Banking System.
• DevOps exposure is an advantage.

What Were Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective stakeholder communication.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced Agile environments.
• Passion for delivering high-quality software through automation and continuous improvement.