Backend QA Engineer, Rome

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Air Apps is a family‑founded tech company that builds an AI‑powered Personal Entrepreneurial Resource Planner. With headquarters in Lisbon and a presence in San Francisco, the firm has delivered more than 100 million downloads worldwide. The role on offer is a Backend QA Engineer who will help guarantee the reliability, performance and scalability of the company's backend systems. On a day‑to‑day basis the engineer will design and run tests for APIs, databases and service integrations. They will validate API functionality and performance using tools such as Postman or Swagger, and verify database operations and data integrity in PostgreSQL or similar relational stores. The position also involves reviewing pull requests to ensure code quality and test coverage, supporting the creation and upkeep of automated backend tests, and participating in infrastructure reviews to spot reliability or performance concerns. Defects, test cases and results will be documented in a test‑management platform like TestRail, while close collaboration with developers and product teams will drive continuous improvement of testing strategies and overall product quality. The must‑have background includes roughly two to three years of experience in backend technologies, testing or software‑development‑in‑test roles. Candidates must be comfortable working with Node.js and TypeScript in a backend environment, and have hands‑on experience with SQL databases, particularly PostgreSQL, and with validating queries and data integrity. Proven ability to test REST APIs using tools such as Postman or Swagger is required, as is a solid understanding of backend testing practices covering API, database and integration testing. Familiarity with test‑management tools (e.g., TestRail) is beneficial, as is the ability to review pull requests and assess backend architecture changes. Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving skills and the capacity to collaborate across cross‑functional teams are also essential. Nice‑to‑have attributes include experience with TestRail or comparable test‑management platforms, and a willingness to work fully onsite in Lisbon with relocation support if needed. The role sits within a dynamic, fast‑paced environment where the team values creativity, high‑quality standards and a strong quality culture. Air Apps offers a range of benefits such as an annual bonus, top‑tier health and life insurance, transportation budget, free meals, pension contributions, and access to Apple hardware, among others. What the role asks for: - 2–3 years experience with backend technologies or testing - Proficiency in Node.js - Proficiency in TypeScript - Experience with PostgreSQL databases - Experience testing REST APIs using Postman or Swagger - Understanding of API, database and integration testing practices - Ability to review pull requests and backend changes - Familiarity with TestRail or similar test‑management tool (nice‑to‑have)