Senior Software Test Engineer | Senior Software Test Engineer (m/w/d)

BWI GmbH

Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland
Published Feb 10, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Senior Software Test Engineer at BWI, you will play a critical role in securing the digital future of the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr). You will be responsible for the end-to-end quality of high-availability, security-critical software solutions within the German Mission Network. Your daily tasks involve defining comprehensive test strategies, implementing automated E2E and acceptance tests, and managing complex test environments and data. You will act as a quality anchor and sparring partner for developers, architects, and product owners, ensuring that API-first and cloud-ready applications are robust and maintainable. This position is particularly attractive for those seeking a socially relevant role with high job security, offering 30 days of vacation, flexible mobile working options, and a commitment to professional development through LinkedIn Learning and individual training measures.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Computer Science or a comparable IT qualification; ISTQB Certified Tester certification is mandatory.

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in software testing, specifically within complex system landscapes
  • Extensive experience in test automation for E2E and acceptance testing
  • Practical experience managing test environments, test data, and deployment dependencies
  • Proven experience with API testing and service-oriented architectures
  • Professional background in integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Must be able to work at a BWI location in Germany (nationwide options including Berlin, Bonn, Munich, etc.); requires the ability to handle security-critical software projects for the German Armed Forces.