QA Engineer

Skylum allows millions of photographers to make incredible images faster. Our award-winning software automates photo editing with the power of AI yet leaves all the creative control in the hands of the artist.

Join us on our mission to make photo editing enjoyable, easy, and accessible to anyone. You'll be developing products with innovative technologies, providing value and inspiration for customers, and getting inspired in return.

Thanks to our incredible team of experts, we've built a collaborative space where you can constantly develop and grow in a supportive way. At the same time, we believe in the freedom to be creative. Our work schedule is flexible, and we trust you to give your best while we provide you with everything you need to make work hassle-free. Skylum is proud to be a Ukrainian company, and we stand with Ukraine not only with words but with actions. We regularly donate to various organizations to help speed up the Ukrainian victory.

Role Mission

You will be responsible for testing a photo-editing desktop application powered by advanced image processing solutions and artificial intelligence models based on neural network algorithms.

In addition, this role may occasionally involve testing related mobile and web services components.

Your mission is to ensure product quality across all stages — from initial data science prototypes to core image processing functions and full-featured desktop interfaces (for both macOS and Windows platforms).

Responsibilities

• Perform complex exploratory testing of AI-driven photo-editing features and neural network–based models.
• Analyze and validate core image processing engine performance, algorithms, and their integration within the application.
• Conduct functional and integration testing of the desktop photo-editing interface.
• Develop, maintain, and improve test documentation, including test cases, checklists, and reports.
• Collect and analyze QA metrics; provide clear reporting to the QA Lead.
• Collaborate with the Customer Support team to investigate and reproduce user-reported issues.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate closely with development, product, and design teams to ensure quality delivery.
• Perform proof-of-concept validation and support product customization testing.
• Build technical expertise in SQL/SQLite, CI pipelines (Jenkins), Git, system services on macOS and Windows, and web-API testing tools.

Requirements

• Strong mathematical background and analytical mindset.
• Solid understanding of modern IT concepts, technologies, and trends.
• Quick learner with a proactive and detail-oriented attitude.
• Good understanding of Agile development methodologies.
• Intermediate or higher level of English (both written and spoken).
• Proficiency in technical reading and documentation writing.
• Strong sense of responsibility, accuracy, and consistency.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.

What we offer:

For personal growth:

• A chance to work with a strong team and a unique opportunity to make substantial contributions to our award-winning photo editing tools;

• An educational allowance to ensure that your skills stay sharp;

• English and German classes to strengthen your capabilities and widen your knowledge.

For comfort:

• A great environment where you'll work with true professionals and amazing colleagues whom you'll call friends quickly;

• The choice of working remotely or in our office space located on Podil, equipped with everything you might need for productive and comfortable work.

For health:

• Medical insurance;

• Twenty-one days of paid sick leave per year;

• Healthy fruit snacks full of vitamins to keep you energized.

For leisure:

• Twenty-one days of paid vacation per year;
• Fun times at our frequent team-building activities;
• Hobby allowance to make your leisure time more interesting;
• Corporate events at least two times per year.