Design, develop, and execute test cases for RESTful and SOAP APIs.
Validate API functionality, reliability, performance, and security.
Use tools like Postman, SoapUI, REST Assured, or JMeter for manual and automated API testing.
Create and maintain automated test scripts for API endpoints.
Analyze API responses and identify issues related to data integrity, latency, and error handling.
Collaborate with developers to understand API specifications and ensure test coverage.
Integrate API tests into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
Document test results and provide detailed feedback to development teams.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Strong understanding of REST and SOAP web services.
Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, Swagger, SoapUI).
Proficiency in scripting or programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript).
Familiarity with JSON, XML, and HTTP protocols.
Experience with version control systems like Git.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with API automation frameworks (e.g., REST Assured, Karate, Newman).
Knowledge of OAuth, JWT, and other API authentication mechanisms.
Exposure to microservices architecture and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
ISTQB or other QA certifications.
Job Classification
Industry: IT Services & Consulting Functional Area / Department: Engineering - Software & QA Role Category: Quality Assurance and Testing Role: Automation Test Engineer Employement Type: Full time