WHY WE EXIST:
Swarmer develops software that makes drones autonomous and allows them to operate together, in large, coordinated teams — no pilots needed. Our technology has been battle-tested in Ukraine— the world’s most intense proving ground for drone warfare.
In March 2026, we became the first Ukrainian defense startup to go public on NASDAQ, following a $15M Series A — the largest investment in a Ukrainian defense tech company since the start of the war.
Working at Swarmer means operating at the intersection of engineering rigor and frontline reality. The problems and environments are complex, and the stakes are very real. We built this software to enable democratic nations to defend themselves.
If you are motivated by building resilient systems that matter and by seeing the direct impact of your work, you’ll find purpose here.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
We are looking for a General QA Engineer with an Automation skillset and readiness to work with manual test scenarios to join our team. This role blends hands-on test execution, test automation, and QA process ownership — from requirements review to building automated test suites and validating production-ready releases.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Lead the creation and execution of comprehensive test plans and test suits for our software solutions. Build complex test scenarios simulating various operational and edge-case environments
- Create and improve test automation solution with a focus on scalability and maintainability
- Identify, document, and track software defects using issue-tracking systems
- Create detailed test data generation and management strategies
- Implement automated testing frameworks and tools, including software-in-the-loop (SITL) testing, to enhance testing efficiency and early defect detection
- Ensure we have comprehensive test coverage across web interfaces, backend systems, and drone communication layers
- Collaborate with engineering teams to identify, document, and resolve software defects
- Work closely with development, product, and operations teams to ensure quality at every product lifecycle stage
- Act as the quality advocate within the company, ensuring the best outcomes for our product and users
- Ensure we have a complete picture of our quality at all times
- Understand business value from proposed QA processes and use manual, scripting or automated test solutions according to business need
WHAT WE NEED:
- Proven experience in software and hardware QA, with a focus on complex systems, preferably involving UAVs, IoT, or embedded technologies
- A solid understanding of testing principles and best practices across the mentioned domains
- Experience with test automation tools and Python, including automation frameworks such as Pytest and Playwright
- The ability to implement automated solutions when needed and perform manual testing where it adds value
- Experience working with CI/CD pipelines
- Understanding of and hands-on experience with network solutions and network protocols, preferably at the lower OSI levels
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Eagerness to work in a startup environment, balancing agile decision-making with a commitment to achieving the best outcomes
- A hands-on, detail-oriented mindset with a willingness to dive deep into problem-solving
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
- Direct influence on product quality in a high-stakes defense tech environment where your decisions have real-world impact
- Professional growth through hands-on work with advanced drone systems and exposure to international QA and testing best practices
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package (insurance, paid sick leave, 20 paid days off per year)
- Flexible remote work options where possible
HOW’S THE HIRING PROCESS GOING:
✔️ Intro Call → ✔️ Technical Interview → ✔️ Management Interview → ✔️ Offer
Please note that, as a leading defense tech company, we take operations security seriously and may need to perform additional background checks as part of our hiring process. We will do so in accordance with all applicable EU laws and regulations and safeguard your data in the process.
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