Job Title: QA Automation Engineer / SDET
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled QA Automation Engineer (SDET) with strong expertise in Java-based automation frameworks, API testing, and event-driven architecture validation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with REST API testing using RestAssured, BDD frameworks like Cucumber, and asynchronous testing using Kafka. This role involves designing scalable test frameworks, ensuring high-quality software delivery, and integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks using Java
Automate REST API testing using RestAssured
Develop BDD test scenarios using Cucumber (Gherkin)
Validate event-driven systems by testing Kafka…
Use Groovy for scripting and enhancing test validations (e.g., JSON parsing, Jenkins pipelines)
Integrate automation suites with CI/CD tools like Jenkins for continuous testing
Execute tests in parallel and ensure scalability and performance of automation suites
Analyze test results, debug failures, and provide detailed reports
Collaborate with developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to ensure quality at every stage
Required Skills:
Strong programming skills in Java
Hands-on experience in REST API testing
Expertise in RestAssured framework
Experience with Cucumber (BDD framework)
Solid understanding of Kafka and event-driven architecture testing
Experience with Groovy scripting
Knowledge of HTTP protocols, status codes, authentication mechanisms (OAuth2, JWT)
Experience with build tools like Maven/Gradle
Familiarity with version control tools like Git
Strong debugging and analytical skills