Minimum 7 + years in API Automation Testing, Postman (Automation),Jenkins (pipeline setup), Splunk, AWS(S3bucket, cloudwatch logs)
Collaborate with software developers, QA engineers, and system architects to understand system functionality and design comprehensive API tests.
Develop and maintain an automated API testing framework suitable for early testing in the development cycle.
Create, execute, and maintain automated API test scripts to validate the functional integrity and performance of software products.
Integrate API tests into the Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline, ensuring that tests are automated and executed with code builds.
Promote and implement the Shift Left testing approach, bringing testing tasks earlier into the development process.
Ensure that automated tests are part of the definition of done for all user stories.
Analyze test results, diagnose issues, report defects, and propose regression tests to discover reoccurrences.
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
Provide guidance and mentorship to other team members in API test automation strategies.
Keep up to date with the latest testing tools, strategies, and methodologies to improve test automation and efficiency.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as an API Automation Engineer or in a similar role.
Strong knowledge of API testing techniques and tools (e.g., Postman, SoapUI, REST-assured).
Experience with programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript.
Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, TeamCity, GitLab CI).
Understanding of RESTful services, JSON, and XML.
Knowledge of version control systems like GIT.
Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Skills:
Certifications in Quality Assurance and Agile methodologies.
Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Familiarity with cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their respective API management tools.
Understanding of microservices architectures and how to test them.
Working Conditions:
Fast-paced, agile work environment.
Regular collaboration with team members via virtual meetings and in-person sessions.
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