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# (Senior) QA Engineer (x/f/m) at DKB Code Factory

- **Company:** DKB Code Factory
- **Location:** Berlin, Germany
- **Posted:** 2026-09-09
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-14
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/dkbcodefactory/jobs/7984283003

## Job description

Welcome to DKB AG….

We’re excited to share that our hiring process is now led by Code Factory (CoFa), DKB’s sister tech company, bringing a more agile and collaborative approach to building our cross-functional teams. While you’ll go through the hiring journey with CoFa, your employment will be with DKB, combining the stability of a leading bank with the speed and innovation of a tech-driven environment. Join us to be part of a team where collaboration and impact come first.

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- You will create test cases and test plans based on product requirements in an agile environment.
- You will ensure overall test readiness—including test infrastructure, test data, and environments—and actively drive test automation in both the front end and back end.
- You’ll plan and optimize testing processes and strategies as part of the team and serve as the primary point of contact for testing methods in an agile environment.
- You’ll support the teams in integrating “continuous testing” into CI/CD pipelines and oversee releases through to “go-live,” including the final test report.
- You’ll contribute to the further development of our QA strategy—including with regard to modern technologies such as AI-supported testing methods and test data generation.
- You’ll work closely with stakeholders to ensure quality across all system layers.
- You’ll coordinate continuously with internal DKB departments and external service providers.

] } ;

{ following_qualifications_would_be_in_line_with_our_desired_profile_for_this_position: [

- You have a college degree in a STEM field or comparable training with relevant professional experience.
- You have extensive experience in the software development process with a focus on software quality assurance and will take responsibility for test strategy, test design, and automation.
- Ideally, you hold an ISTQB certification.
- You communicate confidently with various stakeholders and can explain technical concepts clearly.
- You have experience in full-stack test automation using Serenity or Playwright.
- You confidently apply your programming skills in TypeScript or Java.
- Ideally, you have experience coordinating other QA engineers.
- You work in a structured, solution-oriented manner and actively contribute to the team’s continued development.
- Confident communication in German and English, ideally at B2 level or above

] } ;

You don’t match every single requirement? No worries! We encourage you to apply anyways, even if your qualifications do not align perfectly. You might still be just the right candidate for us!

{ { …how_to_start_your_career_at_DKB: [

We want you to feel good about working with us, to feel valued, and to be able to contribute fully. You can find out what makes us tick and whether DKB is the right employer for you even before you apply by following [this link](https://www.dkb.de/karriere/arbeitgeber#unternehmenskultur).} } ;

By the way: At our company, every person matters. We embrace fairness and diversity—no matter where you’re from, how old you are, or your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or religion, whether you have a disability or not—we genuinely look forward to every application!

## 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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