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Quality Assurance Engineer

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 9 days ago (last checked 21 Oct)

ING

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Our summary

Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Benefits: Private health insurance, life insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers, gym access

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Want to know if this job is made for you? These are some of the qualities that we value the most for this role. And if the shoe fits... don't hesitate to apply!

A strong passion for software engineering, quality assurance and continuous improvement:

- Strong experience in Quality Assurance, Test Engineering or Quality Engineering within large software delivery organizations.

- Ability to influence technical decisions and drive adoption of quality practices across multiple teams without direct authority.

- Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, Agile delivery and modern engineering practices.

- Strong analytical skills, using data and metrics to identify systemic quality issues and improvement opportunities.

- Practical, hands-on approach focused on measurable quality outcomes and organizational impact.

- Demonstrated ability to lead organizational quality initiatives and influence stakeholders at different levels of the organization.

- Experience mentoring engineers and serving as a trusted advisor for Quality Engineering practices across teams and domains.

As a Quality Assurance Engineer, you must have

- Proven experience defining and implementing quality standards, governance models or testing strategies across multiple teams or domains.

- Experience defining Quality Engineering roadmaps and driving their adoption across multiple teams and delivery organizations.

- Experience establishing governance frameworks, quality controls and organizational quality metrics to support data-driven decision making.

- Proven experience improving release quality, reducing defects and minimizing production incidents through engineering and process improvements.

- Experience driving the adoption of test automation, quality controls and quality metrics at scale, including their integration into CI/CD pipelines and software delivery processes.

- Strong understanding of modern Quality Engineering practices, including Contract Testing, Testing Pyramid, Shift-Left and Shift-Right approaches.

- Strong knowledge of functional and non-functional testing practices across all levels, including reliability, resilience, security, performance and observability.

- Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices and experience using quality KPIs and engineering metrics to drive continuous improvement.

Do you want to know if this position is right for you? These are some of the qualities we value most for this role. And if you fit... don't hesitate to apply!

A great passion for software engineering, quality assurance and continuous improvement:

Extensive experience in Quality Assurance, Test Engineering or Quality Engineering within large software development organizations.
Ability to influence technical decisions and drive the adoption of quality practices across multiple teams without direct authority.
Solid knowledge of software development lifecycles, Agile delivery and modern engineering practices.
Great analytical capacity, using data and metrics to identify systemic quality issues and improvement opportunities.
Practical and hands-on approach, focused on measurable quality outcomes and organizational impact.
Demonstrated ability to lead quality initiatives at an organizational level and influence stakeholders at different levels of the organization.
Experience mentoring Engineers and acting as a trusted expert in Quality Engineering practices for different teams and domains.

Demonstrable experience in the definition and implementation of quality standards, governance models or testing strategies across multiple teams or domains.
Experience defining Quality Engineering roadmaps and driving their adoption in multiple teams and delivery organizations.
Experience establishing governance frameworks, quality controls and quality metrics at an organizational level to support data-driven decision making.
Demonstrable experience improving release quality, reducing defects and minimizing production incidents through engineering and process improvements.
Experience driving the adoption of test automation, quality controls and quality metrics at scale, including their integration into CI/CD pipelines and software development processes.
Solid knowledge of modern Quality Engineering practices, including Contract Testing, Testing Pyramid and Shift-Left and Shift-Right approaches.
Extensive knowledge of functional and non-functional testing practices at all levels, including reliability, resilience, security, performance and observability.
Solid knowledge of modern software engineering practices and experience using quality KPIs and engineering metrics to drive continuous improvement.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

The time you spend at work, the challenges you face or the lessons you get are very important, but... What about your personal life? At ING we want your work to fulfill you in every way, and that is why we take care of even the smallest details.

Check out what is waiting for you!

Balance That Works.

We put balance to work, so you can do it too. With our customers' needs first, the team´s and your own, we agree when to come to ING MAD and when to work best from home. More time together when it matters, more freedom when you need it.

Restaurant card.

So that thinking about what to have for lunch doesn't take up your time or your cravings.

Our house will be your home.

In our offices you can find electric mobility solutions, a doctor, a hairdresser, a gym, The Good Service (to help you with your errands) and much more!

Seguro médico.

Para ti y toda tu familia (cónyuge/pareja e hijos).

Seguro de vida.

Te ayudamos a proteger lo que más te importa.

Retribución flexible.

Además, disfrutarás de nuestro modelo de retribución flexible, a través del cual podrás acceder a otros servicios de forma más ventajosa fiscalmente, como guardería, tarjeta de transporte, formación...

Autobús de empresa gratuito.

No importa dónde vivas. Tenemos 6 rutas (Norte, Centro, Sur, A5, A42 y A6) para llegar cómodamente a nuestra oficina de ING en Madrid.

Banking benefits.

Special loans with more beneficial conditions.

Special mortgage conditions after 6 months working at the bank.

And you can benefit from our pension plan after 1 month with us!

360º care of the employee (physical, mental, social connection & purpose).

Physiotherapy service on site.

Clinics with professional, world-class athletes.

Gympass service.

Employee Networks: Rainbow Lions (LGBTQI+), Leonas & RIÑG.

International Remote Work Program.

The time you spend at work, the challenges you face or the things you learn are very important, but... what about your personal life? At ING we want your work to fulfill you in every way, and that's why we take care of every last detail.

Discover what awaits you!

We value balance, so you can too. With our customers' needs as our top priority, you and your team agree on when to come to ING MAD and when to work better from home. More time together when it matters, more freedom when you need it.

Restaurant card.

So that thinking about what to eat doesn't take up your time or make you crave things.

Our house will be your home.

In our offices you'll find electric mobility solutions, medical services, a hairdresser, a gym, The Good Service (to help you with your paperwork) and much more!

Health insurance.

For you and your entire family (spouse/partner and children).

Life insurance.

We help you protect what matters most to you.

Furthermore, you'll enjoy our flexible compensation scheme, through which, in a more tax-advantageous way, you can access other services such as childcare, transport vouchers, training support...

Special loans with more favorable conditions.

And you'll also be able to benefit from our pension plan after 1 month with us!

360º care for the employee (physical, mental, social connection and purpose).
Physiotherapy service in the offices.
Clinics with world-class professional athletes.
Gympass service.
Employee Networks: Rainbow Lions (LGBTQI+), Leonas & RIÑG.
International remote work program.

The role

Your role and work environment:

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Quality Assurance Engineer to join our Ecosystem Core 2 Team of Engineering Platform

The mission of this team is to make quality a built-in capability of every squad by standardizing practices, strengthening governance and contributing to reliable engineering environments. Our way of working is collaborative, Agile and enablement-driven, partnering with squads to embed quality through shared standards, automation, governance and continuous improvement.

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic person as Quality Assurance Engineer to join our Ecosystem Core 2 team of Engineering Platform.

The mission of this team is to make quality an integrated capability in every squad through the standardization of practices, the reinforcement of governance and the contribution to reliable engineering environments. Our way of working is collaborative, Agile and enablement-oriented, collaborating with squads to integrate quality through shared standards, automation, governance and continuous improvement.

What you'll do

As a Quality Assurance Engineer you will:

- Define and maintain quality standards, controls and testing approaches across products, platforms and delivery organizations.

- Define and evolve the Quality Engineering roadmap, aligning quality initiatives with business priorities, engineering strategy and platform objectives.

- Drive improvements in testing, automation and Quality Engineering practices, establishing consistent ways of working across multiple teams.

- Establish quality metrics and provide visibility of quality performance, risks and improvement opportunities at organizational level.

- Work with Engineers, Architects, Product Owners and Platform teams to embed quality requirements into solution design, delivery processes and engineering standards.

- Act as a subject matter expert in Quality Engineering, coaching teams and supporting the adoption of modern testing and quality practices across the organization.

- Lead cross-functional quality initiatives, influencing stakeholders and driving organizational improvements to increase engineering excellence,

- Support incident analysis, defect prevention and continuous improvement initiatives, reducing production risk and improving release quality across the organization.

As a Quality Assurance Engineer:

You will define and maintain quality standards, controls and testing approaches across products, platforms and delivery organizations.
You will define and develop the Quality Engineering roadmap, aligning quality initiatives with business priorities, engineering strategy and platform objectives.
You will drive improvements in testing, automation and Quality Engineering practices, establishing consistent ways of working across multiple teams.
You will establish quality metrics and provide visibility into quality performance, risks and improvement opportunities at an organizational level.
You will work with Engineers, Architects, Product Owners and Platform teams to integrate quality requirements into solution design, delivery processes and engineering standards.
You will act as a subject matter expert in Quality Engineering, guiding teams and supporting the adoption of modern testing and quality practices across the organization.
You will lead cross-functional quality initiatives, influencing various stakeholders and driving organizational improvements to increase engineering excellence.
You will support incident analysis, defect prevention and continuous improvement initiatives, reducing production risk and improving release quality across the organization.

About ING

ING is a global financial institution with Dutch roots, offering banking, insurance, and asset management services to over 37 million customers worldwide. The company operates in over 40 countries and is a major player in the European banking sector, with a strong focus on digital transformation and innovation.

In Spain, ING has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, employing over 1,500 people. The Spanish arm is a key hub for the bank's technology, risk, and business functions, offering a dynamic, international work environment. For international professionals, ING Spain provides opportunities to work in diverse areas such as engineering, cybersecurity, data science, and business development, with a strong emphasis on professional growth and a collaborative culture.

Industry: Banking and Fintech
Founded: 1991
Employees: 50,000–60,000
Headquarters: Amsterdam, Netherlands
In Spain: Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

ING Spain is a major tech and risk hub, with many roles in English, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
The company offers a hybrid working model and supports relocation packages for international talent.
ING is a global leader in digital banking, providing strong brand recognition and career development opportunities.
The Spanish offices are located in Madrid, a major European capital with a high quality of life and excellent international connectivity.
The bank has a strong focus on internal mobility, allowing employees to move between different departments and countries.

In their own words

About the company & team

We are a team of more than 1800 people sharing one idea: doing our bit in helping our clients create a better future for themselves, by providing them with the tools they need to get where they want to go.

A fully online bank where technology, innovation, simplicity and transparency are the main ingredients, and the first one to work with agile methodologies.

And although we are based in Spain, we are lucky to work in an international bank with presence in more than 40 countries.

We are proud to have a diverse team, and we are committed to continue developing a culture of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging to foster a culture of collaboration and innovation that represents all collectives in the society.

And even though we look orange on the outside, we are green on the inside. Our ambition in Sustainability is Empowering (y)our Sustainability journey. We are embarking on our path, for us, but we are also there for when our clients decide to embark on this journey.

Making things happen, helping others be successful, always being one step ahead-that's our DNA. If you look at yourself in the mirror and your reflection matches our way of being and working...we are looking forward to meeting you!

At ING, you belong just as you are. We hire and support people for their talent and potential - and we know that when you can be yourself, you do your best work.

No matter where you live. We have 6 routes (North, Center, South, A5, A42 and A6) to take you comfortably to our ING office in Madrid.

We are a team of more than 1,800 people who share the same idea: doing our part to help our customers create a better future for themselves, providing them with the tools they need to get where they want to go.

A 100% digital bank, where technology, innovation, simplicity and transparency are the main ingredients, and the first to work with agile methodologies.

And although we are in Spain, we are lucky to work for an international bank with a presence in more than 40 countries.

We are proud to have a diverse team, and we are committed to continuing to develop a culture of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging to foster a culture of collaboration and innovation that represents all groups in society.

And although on the outside we are orange, on the inside we are green. Our ambition in Sustainability is Empowering (y)our Sustainability journey. We are on this journey for ourselves, but we also accompany our customers when they decide to embark on it.

Making things happen, helping others succeed, always staying one step ahead: that's our DNA. If you look in the mirror and your reflection matches our way of being and working... we can't wait to meet you!

Additional information

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•Apply only via official ING platforms: ING uses Workday and LinkedIn as its internal recruitment system. Applications should be submitted only via our official career site or via ING job postings on LinkedIn.

•Check the sender's email carefully: Legitimate communication will always come from @ing.com and/or @myworkday.com.

•No payments or banking details will ever be requested: If someone asks for this information, it's a scam.

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We are detecting an increase in fraudulent job offers. To protect yourself, follow these key guidelines when applying for positions at ING:

Apply only through official ING platforms: ING uses Workday and LinkedIn as its internal recruitment system. Applications must be submitted only through our official careers site or through ING job postings on LinkedIn.
Carefully check the email sender: Legitimate communications will always come from @ing.com and/or @myworkday.com.
Payments or banking details will never be requested: If someone asks you for this information, it is a scam.

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