• Perform manual testing of slot games across desktop and mobile platforms • Contribute to the introduction and development of test automation (e.g. Playwright) where beneficial • Design, maintain, and expand a structured test catalog and test case documentation • Execute regression testing and release validation • Identify, document, and track bugs using Jira • Verify functionality, usability, and game logic across different devices and environments • Support compliance, certification, and regulatory testing requirements for regulated markets • Help establish sustainable QA standards and processes • Collaborate closely with developers throughout the production and release cycle

Role Description We are looking for a Freelance QA Engineer to take ownership of quality assurance for our slot game development. This is a key role within our development team, helping us ensure stable, compliant, and certification-ready releases across multiple platforms. You will work closely with developers and product management and help shape and establish our QA structure, testing standards, and documentation processes. The primary focus of this role is manual testing. Experience with test automation and Playwright is highly desirable. We typically work within European time zones and prefer some overlap with CET/CEST working hours for collaboration. Tasks Responsibilities - Perform manual testing of slot games across desktop and mobile platforms - Contribute to the introduction and development of test automation (e.g. Playwright) where beneficial - Design, maintain, and expand a structured test catalog and test case documentation - Execute regression testing and release validation - Identify, document, and track bugs using Jira - Verify functionality, usability, and game logic across different devices and environments - Support compliance, certification, and regulatory testing requirements for regulated markets - Help establish sustainable QA standards and processes - Collaborate closely with developers throughout the production and release cycle Qualifications - Professional experience in Quality Assurance, preferably in iGaming - Experience testing browser-based applications - Strong attention to detail and structured testing approach - Ability to create and maintain clear and reliable test documentation - Solid English communication skills - Ownership mindset and ability to work independently in a remote setup - Willingness to learn and understand slot mechanics and underlying game logic Requirements - Nice to have experience testing slot games or other iGaming products - Basic understanding of code and ability to read or debug using browser developer tools - Experience with test automation - Familiarity with Playwright or similar browser automation tools - Familiarity with compliance and certification processes in regulated iGaming markets Technical Setup - A desktop or laptop computer - An Android device - An iOS device Company Description Apparat Gaming was founded in 2020 by a team of industry veterans on a mission to develop slot games with a German accent. With decades of experience in the land-based and online gaming industry, Apparat Gaming is committed to delivering slots that meet German engineering standards as well as the highest artistic quality. Having secured a Malta Gaming Authority licence in 2021 and with a packed game roadmap, Apparat Gaming has become the trusted supplier of online content for operators in Germany and other European markets. We are based in Berlin (Germany) and Valetta (Malta). Apparat Gaming delivers on the German stereotype: high-quality products, reliability, and commitment. And absolutely no sense of humour. This is iGaming with a German Accent.

• Own quality outcomes across all CEM delivery verticals • Establish and enforce test plan and test case standards organization-wide • Define and own release quality gates • Communicate quality status clearly and fluently • Identify systemic quality risks, coverage gaps, and process breakdowns early • Champion AI-authored PR targets and AI code review adoption • Drive adoption of AI tooling for test plans, test cases, and scenarios • Manage the QA & Standards organization • Partner with the Automation Lead to assess current automation platforms • Own hiring, onboarding, performance management, and career development • Lead the QA organization through meaningful transformation • Own the Performance Engineering team • Integrate performance testing into engineering definition of done

• Perform analysis to identify discrepancies between current systems and requirements, proposing improvements • Serve as a liaison between business stakeholders and IT, ensuring alignment on project goals • Develop and execute test plans, including user acceptance testing (UAT), to validate solutions • Create and maintain documentation (user manuals, system guides) and facilitate training for end-users • Analyze requirements and design test plans to prioritize test activities for each iteration • Develop and implement functional test plans and strategies • Design, develop, execute, and maintain automated and manual testing methods to confirm design objectives and identify defects early • Work closely with the development team to ensure quality testing practices are incorporated across the development cycle • Write test documentation such as test cases, scenarios, and create test data • Track and report bugs to development teams, working with them to resolve issues • Perform new functionality and regression testing throughout the sprint cycle • Proactively initiate, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with team members • Stay updated on testing tools, methodologies, and Agile/Scrum practices • Employ the government tracking tool Integrated Support System (ISS) and Azure DevOps to log and monitor incidents