Interview: Video 1st round, 2nd round might be in person
About The Role
We are seeking a Senior QA Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in API and automation testing using Karate and Cucumber frameworks. The ideal candidate brings a background in large-scale enterprise financial services or technology environments with a strong focus on quality, reliability, and performance across complex distributed systems and microservices architectures. Experience with AI-powered testing tools is an added advantage.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Karate for API testing and Cucumber for BDD-driven test automation
Write and maintain feature files, step definitions, and test scenarios aligned with business requirements using Gherkin syntax
Develop and execute functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end test suites across REST and SOAP APIs
Perform API contract testing, schema validation, and response assertion using Karate DSL
Collaborate with developers, product owners, and business analysts in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
Identify, document, and track defects through the full lifecycle using tools such as JIRA or Azure DevOps
Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, traceability matrices, and test summary reports
Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps
Conduct performance and load testing on APIs and backend services
Support UAT coordination, Go-Live readiness, and sign-off activities
Mentor junior QA engineers and contribute to QA process improvement initiatives
Required Qualifications
5+ years of hands-on QA automation experience in an enterprise environment
Strong proficiency in Karate framework for API test automation this is a strict requirement
Hands-on experience with Cucumber and BDD methodology including feature file authoring and step definition development
Solid understanding of REST API testing including HTTP methods, status codes, authentication, and payload validation
Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps
Proficiency in at least one programming language: Java, JavaScript, or Python
Strong experience with defect management and test tracking tools such as JIRA or Azure DevOps
Solid understanding of Agile/Scrum delivery methodologies and SDLC concepts
Experience working in large-scale enterprise or financial services environments
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience with AI-powered testing tools for intelligent test generation, anomaly detection, or predictive quality analytics added advantage
Experience testing microservices, event-driven architectures, and distributed systems
Familiarity with performance testing tools such as Gatling, JMeter, or Locust
Knowledge of contract testing using Pact or similar frameworks
Exposure to cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP
ISTQB or equivalent QA certification is a plus
WORK ARRANGEMENT
Location: Phoenix, AZ Hybrid (on-site presence expected on a regular basis)
