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# Associate Pega Developer (Test Automation & QA Background) (x,f,m) at DKB Code Factory

- **Company:** DKB Code Factory
- **Location:** Berlin, Germany
- **Posted:** 2026-08-13
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/dkbcodefactory/jobs/7820326003

## Job description

Welcome to DKB Code Factory….

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This role is particularly suited for candidates with a background in Software QA or Test Automation who are looking to take the next step into software development. We'll support you through hands-on mentoring, real development work, and your journey towards becoming a Pega Certified System Architect (CSA).

As an Associate Pega Developer at DKB Code Factory, you'll help build scalable customer service solutions for millions of banking customers while learning one of the world's leading enterprise low-code platforms. Working alongside experienced Pega Developers, Architects, Product Owners, and Business Analysts, you'll gradually take ownership of your own features, contribute to test automation, and develop into a well-rounded software engineer.

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- Develop and enhance low-complexity features on the Pega platform, including workflows, UI components, business rules, and integrations.
- Contribute to improving our test automation landscape by implementing and maintaining automated tests in order to help reduce manual testing effort across the development lifecycle.
- Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, QA Engineers, and senior developers to translate business requirements into maintainable technical solutions.
- Learn modern software engineering practices including code reviews, agile development, and collaborative problem solving.
- Continuously expand your knowledge of the Pega platform and work towards your Pega Certified System Architect (CSA) certification.
- Participate actively in team ceremonies, knowledge-sharing sessions, and engineering discussions while learning from experienced colleagues.

We believe great expectations create great outcomes. Here's what success in this role looks like over time:

- Within your first 3 months You'll become familiar with our products, engineering practices, and the Pega platform. You'll establish strong relationships within the team, contribute to development activities, and begin working on your first production features while receiving close mentoring.
- Within 3–6 months You'll independently deliver low-complexity Pega features into production and contribute automated tests as part of your daily development work. You'll become increasingly confident navigating the platform and collaborating with different stakeholders.
- Within 6–12 months You'll take ownership of increasingly complex features, actively contribute to improving automation and development processes, and successfully complete your Pega Certified System Architect (CSA) certification. Your work will help improve software quality while reducing manual effort throughout the delivery process.
- After 12 months You'll have established yourself as a trusted member of the engineering team with a solid foundation in Pega development. You'll independently deliver features, contribute to technical discussions, and continue growing towards more advanced engineering responsibilities.

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- First professional experience in Software QA, Test Automation, Software Development, or a related technical field.
- Experience working with test automation frameworks such as Selenium, Serenity, WebDriver, or comparable tools.
- Practical experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar).
- Good understanding of software testing principles and different testing approaches, including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing.
- Basic Java knowledge or experience with another object-oriented programming language.
- Curiosity to learn new technologies and develop into a Software Engineer on the Pega platform.
- Strong communication skills in English. German is a plus, but not required.
- A collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for improving software quality and engineering processes.
- You're passionate about your work, but also know how to enjoy your free time!

Nice to have:

- First experience with the Pega platform.
- Experience working in regulated industries such as banking, insurance, healthcare, or telecommunications.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS.
- Experience contributing to Agile software development teams.

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Have the feeling you don’t match every single requirement? Don’t worry! We encourage you to apply anyways, even if your qualifications do not align perfectly. You might still be just the right candidate for us!

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From Morning Daily to Afterwork Drink, team spirit is essential to us. The heart of our togetherness is that we truly are connected with each other: We not only share fun & laughter, but also honest opinions - because that's how we grow: We exchange ideas, give support in our personal development, and celebrate success together! Besides our great community, we also offer numerous other [benefits](https://www.dkbcodefactory.com/jobs#what-we-offer)...

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## About DKB Code Factory

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: DKB Code Factory GmbH is the internal innovation and software development arm of Deutsche Kreditbank (DKB), building digital banking products for retail and business customers.
- **Entity Type**: Private (wholly owned subsidiary of DKB)
- **Headquarters**: Berlin, Germany
- **Founded**: 2018
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (emerged organically from within DKB)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Software Development / Digital Banking / Fintech
- **Target customers**: B2B (internal teams at DKB, and indirectly DKB’s retail + business customers)
- **Mission**: "To establish DKB as the choice for an irresistible banking experience" by creating intuitive, customer-centric digital products and encouraging experimentation within the DKB group.

## Products & Services
- **Private Banking App & Portal**: Full digital banking experience for retail customers – accounts, credit cards, and trading services. Includes co-branded offerings for partners like Porsche and Hilton (e.g., Miles & More credit card) [dkbcodefactory.com].
- **Business Customer Solutions**: Digital loan origination and credit process tools to replace legacy spreadsheets and physical workflows, aiming to accelerate decision-making and reduce risk.
- **Property Management Platform**: Modernization of a 20-year-old platform for managing property accounts, maintenance, and deposit accounts – targeting property managers with a unified, compliant application.
- **Banking Services API Layer**: "Invisible operating system" connecting front-end banking products to the core banking system, providing a stable, well-structured API for seamless product integration.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed (privately held)
- **Key Metric**: Workforce of ~167 employees (as of mid-2024), with +28.6% YoY growth [linkedin.com].
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Parent company Deutsche Kreditbank (DKB), one of the top 3 direct banks in Germany. Co-branding partners include Porsche and Hilton.
- **Growth Signals**: Strong headcount growth (+28.6% YoY); active hiring (3 open positions as of mid-2024); operating across 5 countries (Germany, Spain, Ethiopia, Poland, Netherlands); investment in modernizing legacy banking infrastructure.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Innovation Incubator Model**: Operates as a dedicated, agile innovation unit inside a major bank, combining startup culture with banking stability and a guaranteed user base.
- **User-Centric Design Focus**: In-house UX/UI, research, and insights teams ensure products are built on real customer data, not just technical requirements.
- **Sustainability Mandate**: 85% of DKB’s funds are reinvested in sustainable products (agriculture, renewable energy, social infrastructure), providing a sense of purpose beyond profit.
- **Accessibility & Inclusion**: Dedicated Accessibility Guild ensures digital products meet the needs of all users, embedding inclusive design as a core practice.

## Strategic Focus
- **Digitalization of Core Banking**: Modernizing 20-year-old platforms and digitizing credit processes to move DKB from legacy systems to modern, API-driven platforms.
- **Cross-Functional Innovation**: Expanding beyond engineering to become a center of excellence for design, research, and agile methodologies.
- **Talent Growth**: Emphasis on continuous learning, hackathons, and knowledge-sharing (e.g., bi-weekly Tech Talks) to keep teams at the cutting edge.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: 89% of employees rate it a great place to work. The atmosphere is described as supportive, experimental, and non-hierarchical, with a strong focus on personal growth and knowledge sharing [dkbcodefactory.com].
- **Flexibility**: Fully hybrid – "You choose where you work: office, home office, or both" [dkbcodefactory.com].
- **Perks**:
    - Learning budget: up to €1,500/year per person.
    - Home office setup bonus: €500 onboarding budget.
    - Public transport: Additional €50/month tax-free; BVG Deutschlandticket subsidized at 25%.
    - Spendit Card: A benefits card for lifestyle and wellness expenses.
- **Engineering Culture**: Technical roles make up 50% of the company; teams are organized into chapters (Frontend, Backend, Mobile, Pega); focus on "building the RIGHT THING before building the THING RIGHT."
- **Hiring Process** (as per careers page): Initial call → Role-specific task → Team meeting → Interview → Offer. Onboarding includes a welcome box and team introductions [dkbcodefactory.com].
- **Diversity**: Public commitment to building a "colourful community" where everyone feels valued regardless of background, nationality, religion, or identity.

## Sources
1. [dkbcodefactory.com - Mission & Culture](https://www.dkbcodefactory.com/mission)
2. [dkbcodefactory.com - Culture](https://www.dkbcodefactory.com/culture)
3. [dkbcodefactory.com - Products](https://www.dkbcodefactory.com/product)
4. [dkbcodefactory.com - Jobs & Perks](https://www.dkbcodefactory.com/jobs)
5. [linkedin.com - DKB Code Factory Company Profile](https://de.linkedin.com/company/dkbcodefactory)

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