About Blockstream
Blockstream was founded in 2014 by Dr. Adam Back and a group of cryptographers and engineers passionate about Bitcoin and its potential to transform the future of finance.
Blockstream focuses on building fundamental Bitcoin infrastructure and develops Bitcoin-based solutions designed to improve financial efficiency, security, and scalability.
The company has built a range of products on top of the Bitcoin protocol, including Layer-2 projects such as Liquid and Core Lightning, as well as end-user software and hardware wallets including Green and Jade.
The Role
Blockstream is expanding its team and seeking a QA Engineering Manager to lead its QA team in ensuring the quality, stability, and security of Bitcoin and blockchain-based applications.
As a QA Engineering Manager, you will develop and oversee test strategies, mentor QA engineers, and work cross-functionally with developers, product managers, and DevOps engineers to maintain high-quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of QA Engineers, fostering a culture of quality and collaboration.
- Define and oversee the implementation of test strategies, ensuring coverage for functional, performance, security, and regression testing.
- Design and maintain automated testing frameworks for blockchain-based applications and APIs.
- Establish best practices for QA processes and continuously improve testing methodologies to enhance product quality.
- Work closely with developers to review features, identify testability concerns, and ensure proper validation of new functionalities.
- Manage bug tracking and reporting processes, ensuring timely resolution of defects.
- Coordinate with DevOps to integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and optimize execution in cloud-based environments.
- Stay updated with blockchain and fintech QA trends, security vulnerabilities, and best practices.
- Communicate QA metrics, progress, and risks to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role, preferably in fintech, blockchain, or security-focused industries.
- Strong background in automation testing frameworks and methodologies.
- Deep understanding of Bitcoin and blockchain technology.
- Experience with API testing tools and scripting languages.
- Knowledge of security testing methodologies, including penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.
- Hands-on experience with performance testing tools.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, remote-first, and collaborative environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and analytical mindset.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and documentation skills.
Stay Safe from Job Scams
All official Blockstream communication will come from an @blockstream.com email address.
Blockstream will never ask candidates to share sensitive information or purchase equipment during the hiring process.
If you have concerns about a communication you receive regarding this position, contact Blockstream at hr@blockstream.com.
