April 10, 2026

QA Lead

Senior • Hybrid

150 - 200 PLN

Krakow, Poland

QA Lead

Location: Kraków, Poland (hybrid 8x per month from office)

 

We are looking for an experienced QA Lead to take ownership of quality assurance activities across complex IT solutions. The role combines hands-on quality expertise with leadership responsibilities and close collaboration with development, product, and business teams.

Responsibilities

  • Define, implement, and continuously improve the QA strategy and testing processes

  • Lead and mentor a team of QA engineers (manual and automation)

  • Plan, coordinate, and oversee end-to-end testing activities across multiple projects

  • Ensure high quality of delivered software through effective test planning, execution, and reporting

  • Drive test automation strategy and support its adoption within the team

  • Collaborate closely with Developers, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and other stakeholders

  • Manage defect lifecycle and ensure transparent communication of quality risks

  • Take part in release readiness, go/no-go decisions, and production quality monitoring

  • Promote best practices in QA, Agile delivery, and continuous improvement

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a QA Lead, Test Lead, or Senior QA with leadership responsibilities

  • Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, processes, and best practices

  • Hands-on experience with both manual and automated testing (UI and API)

  • Practical knowledge of test automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, RestAssured, or similar

  • Experience working in Agile / Scrum environments

  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and quality gates

  • Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g. Jira, Xray, TestRail)

  • Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

  • Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail

  • Very good command of English (minimum B2 level)

Nice to Have

  • Experience with performance or security testing

  • Background in financial services, banking, or other regulated environments

  • ISTQB or other relevant QA certifications

We Offer

  • Opportunity to lead quality initiatives in impactful projects

  • Work in an international, collaborative environment

  • Flexible working model (hybrid / onsite)

  • Competitive compensation and long-term cooperation

  • Professional growth and influence on quality standards and processes

 

Why apply for an Antal job offer?

When your application is successful, you will be supported by a dedicated Consultant who will stay in regular contact with you (via email or phone), help you prepare for interviews with your future employer, and ensure a smooth and professional recruitment process.

About Antal

Antal is a leading recruitment and HR advisory company, present in Poland since 1996 and later expanded to the Czech Republic and Hungary. Across the CEE region, we employ around 150 professionals who deliver a full range of services – from specialist and executive recruitment, employee outsourcing and HR consulting, to employer branding and market research.

Our division-based structure combines deep industry expertise with functional specialisation, enabling us to provide tailored solutions for companies in every sector. We act as a trusted partner for both employers and candidates, sharing our knowledge and guiding them through every stage of the talent journey. We connect exceptional people with the right opportunities and help organisations build successful teams.

Discover our latest job openings: https://en.antal.pl/candidates
Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/antalpoland

 

 

 

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Hybrid

Krakow, Poland

🏢 Summary: The offer is for an Automation Test Engineer responsible for building and maintaining automated tests for payment systems, covering API, integration, and UI layers. The role focuses on Java-based automation, validating payment flows (SWIFT, ISO 20022), and integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines to ensure high quality and stability. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in an international project environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Strong hands-on experience with Java and test automation, Experience with Selenium or Playwright, Experience with REST Assured, Experience with JUnit or TestNG, Experience with Git, Experience with Jenkins or GitLab CI or Azure DevOps, Understanding of test automation best practices, Experience with log analysis, Basic SQL knowledge, Understanding of payment processing lifecycle, Knowledge of ISO 20022, Knowledge of SWIFT MT/MX standards 📃 Skills: Java, Selenium, Playwright, REST, RESTAssured, JUnit, TestNG, Git, Jenkins, GitLab, AzureDevOps, SQL, SWIFT, ISO20022, SOAP, CI/CD 🏢 Description: Automation Test Engineer (Payments) We are looking for an Automation Test Engineer who will be responsible for developing and maintaining automated tests for payment systems. The role involves close cooperation with development and business teams to ensure high quality and stability of delivered solutions. 📍 Location: Kraków, Poland 🏢 Working model: Hybrid – 2 days per week from the office 📄 Employment type: B2B or permanent contract signed with Antal Responsibilities: Develop and maintain automation frameworks and automated tests in Java. Create automated tests for API, integration, and UI layers. Test payment processes including SWIFT, ISO 20022, routing, validation, and payment processing flows. Build REST/SOAP automated tests and validate data contracts and schemas. Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines. Analyse defects, logs, and system issues. Collaborate with Developers, BAs, Product Owners, and Operations teams. Prepare test documentation and reporting. Requirements: Strong hands-on experience with Java and test automation. Experience with: Selenium or Playwright, REST Assured, JUnit/TestNG, Git, Jenkins / GitLab CI / Azure DevOps. Good understanding of test automation best practices. Experience with log analysis and basic SQL knowledge. Understanding of payment processing lifecycle and payment systems. Knowledge of ISO 20022 and SWIFT MT/MX standards. Nice to have: Experience with JMeter/Gatling, Docker/Kubernetes basics, Kafka and event-driven architectures. What’s offered Cooperation within an international project Opportunity to work with modern technologies and large-scale systems Flexible form of cooperation Hybrid working model based in Kraków Real impact on product quality and automation strategy Why apply for an Antal job offer? When your application is successful, you will be supported by a dedicated Consultant who will stay in regular contact with you (via email or phone), help you prepare for interviews with your future employer, and ensure a smooth and professional recruitment process. About Antal Antal is a leading recruitment and HR advisory company, present in Poland since 1996 and later expanded to the Czech Republic and Hungary. Across the CEE region, we employ around 150 professionals who deliver a full range of services – from specialist and executive recruitment, employee outsourcing and HR consulting, to employer branding and market research. Our division-based structure combines deep industry expertise with functional specialisation, enabling us to provide tailored solutions for companies in every sector. We act as a trusted partner for both employers and candidates, sharing our knowledge and guiding them through every stage of the talent journey. We connect exceptional people with the right opportunities and help organisations build successful teams. Discover our latest job openings: https://en.antal.pl/candidates Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/antalpoland

Technology

Antal Sp. z o.o.

Tester AI / Automation Engineer (TOSCA)

Mid

Hybrid

Krakow, Poland

160 - 190 PLN/hr

🏢 Summary: The role involves building and maintaining scalable automated testing solutions for CRM platforms and AI-driven components, combining TOSCA-based automation, functional testing, and AI validation. The engineer will design automation frameworks, execute regression tests, and ensure quality across global releases in an Agile environment. This position focuses on high-quality automation, AI testing practices, and continuous improvement within a mature engineering setup. 🗂️ Requirements: 4-6 years of hands-on experience in test automation, Experience with TOSCA and TOSCA Test Case Design, Ability to design and implement automation frameworks, Experience in functional and regression testing, Experience testing CRM applications, Knowledge of AI testing and prompt engineering, Experience working in Agile/Scrum environment, Familiarity with test management tools such as JIRA or Azure DevOps 📃 Skills: TOSCA, Automation, Testing, AI, CRM, JIRA, AzureDevOps, Agile, Scrum, Regression, PromptEngineering 🏢 Description: Tester AI / Automation Engineer (TOSCA) 📍 Location: Kraków (hybrid - 2 days in the office per week) 📄 B2B: 160–190 PLN /h We are looking for a Tester AI / Automation Engineer to join a global team responsible for building scalable, automated testing solutions for CRM platforms and AI‑driven components. The role combines test automation (TOSCA or similar) , functional testing , and AI testing , including prompt engineering and validation of AI‑based features. You will work in a mature engineering environment focused on automation, quality, and continuous improvement, collaborating with teams across multiple regions. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop and maintain automated test cases using TOSCA (or other automation tools). Create and execute functional and regression test scenarios. Build scalable, high‑quality automation components aligned with engineering best practices. Perform AI testing , including prompt engineering and validation of AI‑driven functionalities. Review business and system requirements, identifying defects early in the lifecycle. Estimate testing effort for new features and regression cycles. Manage defects, test environments, and testing metrics. Collaborate with global teams and ensure release governance is met. Identify process inefficiencies and propose pragmatic improvements. Requirements: 4-6 years of hands‑on experience in test automation (TOSCA preferred; certification is a plus). Ability to work across automation and functional testing . Experience designing and implementing automation frameworks. Strong knowledge of TOSCA Test Case Design (templates, RTBs, classes). Experience testing CRM applications and understanding CRM components. Exposure to Agile/Scrum delivery. Familiarity with test management tools such as JIRA or Azure DevOps . Nice to have: understanding of Investment Banking or Risk Management domains. What We Offer: Long‑term project in a global financial organization. Work with modern AI testing approaches and automation frameworks. Hybrid model - 2 days per week in the Kraków office. Mature engineering culture with strong focus on quality and automation. Private healthcare (Luxmed) and Multisport card. Why apply for an Antal job offer? When your application is successful, you will be supported by a dedicated Consultant who will stay in regular contact with you (via email or phone), help you prepare for interviews with your future employer, and ensure a smooth and professional recruitment process. About Antal Antal is a leading recruitment and HR advisory company, present in Poland since 1996 and later expanded to the Czech Republic and Hungary. Across the CEE region, we employ around 150 professionals who deliver a full range of services – from specialist and executive recruitment, employee outsourcing and HR consulting, to employer branding and market research. Our division-based structure combines deep industry expertise with functional specialisation, enabling us to provide tailored solutions for companies in every sector. We act as a trusted partner for both employers and candidates, sharing our knowledge and guiding them through every stage of the talent journey. We connect exceptional people with the right opportunities and help organisations build successful teams.