Student QA Engineer (Working Student)
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Student QA Engineer (Working Student)
Aachen, Germany | Engineering
About Keyfactor
Our mission is to securely connect the world: humans, machines, and AI. Keyfactor is the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines, helping the world’s largest enterprises and government agencies take control of the cryptographic identities that safeguard every digital interaction. Behind the platform is a global team of people who care deeply about the work and each other. We move fast, think big, and show up for one another every day. If you’re looking for work that matters and a team that brings out your best, we hope you’ll trust your future with Keyfactor!
About the Position
Keyfactor – PrimeKey Labs is seeking a Student QA Engineer to support the Engineering and Quality Assurance teams in ensuring the quality, reliability, and correctness of our security and PKI-based products. The primary focus of this role is on test case design, manual test execution, and product understanding, with the opportunity to explore test automation as familiarity with the systems and workflows increases.
Responsibilities
- Review and understand product features, technical requirements, and user workflows.
- Design, document, and maintain structured and traceable test cases.
- Perform manual test execution and record results, defects, and observations.
- Collaborate with development and product teams to clarify expected behavior and acceptance criteria.
- Identify and document test cases suitable for future automation.
- Support the development and maintenance of automated tests using TypeScript and related tools as applicable.
- Maintain QA documentation, test reports, and related internal artifacts.
- Assist with hardware interaction and test environment setup and validation.
- Support OAB (Operational and Automation Backend) maintenance and related quality assurance activities.
- Participate in testing and validation of PKI and security-related workflows.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT Security, or a related field.
- Understanding of basic software testing principles and quality assurance processes.
- Strong attention to detail and a structured working approach.
- Ability to document work clearly and consistently.
- Willingness to work across testing, documentation, and technical support tasks as required by product needs.
- Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
- Flexibility is supported in coordination with team and academic commitments.
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with any programming or scripting language, TypeScript is an advantage.
- Interest in cybersecurity, PKI, or cryptographic systems.
- Basic experience with test management or defect tracking tools.
- Basic knowledge of automation tools or CI systems such as Jenkins.
Working Model
- Up to 19 hours per week during the academic term.
- Primary in-office days are Wednesday and Thursday at the Aachen location.
- Flexibility is supported in coordination with team and academic commitments.
We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefit coverage globally
- Paid Parental Leave available to new parents
- Competitive time off globally
- Dedicated employee-focused ambassadors via Key Contributors & Culture Committees
- DIVERSE Commitment, a call to action for a more inclusive and diverse future in business, society, and technology
- The Keyfactor Alliance Program to support DEIB efforts
- Wellbeing resources, wellness allowance, mindfulness app free membership, Wellness Wednesdays
- Global Volunteer Day, company non-profit matching, and 3 volunteer days off
- Monthly Talent development and Cross Functional meetings to support professional development
- Regular All Hands meetings – followed by group gatherings
About the Company
Keyfactor is a proud equal opportunity employer including but not limited to veterans and individuals with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities may contact a member of Keyfactor’s People team via [email protected] and/or telephone at 1.216.785.2990 to request and arrange for accommodations at any time.
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