Principal Java API Automation Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Principal Java API Automation Engineer in Westlake, TX.

REQUIREMENTS:
* Extensive background in API testing and automation: 8+ years of experience
* Capability to build and implement automation frameworks from scratch
* Good knowledge of SQL for effective database validation
* Familiarity with AWS Cloud environments and services
* A cooperative approach and a dedication to achieving outstanding outcomes

Technical Skills:
* 8+ years of QA experience across functional, integration, and end-to-end testing
* Hands-on automation experience using frameworks such as Selenium, JUnit/TestNG, and API testing tools like Postman and Rest Assured
* Strong expertise in validating RESTful APIs, including schema validation, contract testing, performance testing, and test data design
* Experience testing cloud-based applications, including AWS services (SQS, Lambda, DynamoDB, RDS, S3) and distributed systems
* Skilled in creating test strategies, plans, and documentation for complex, cross-platform applications in an Agile environment
* Leading the development and implementation of automation frameworks
* Carrying out extensive API testing to ensure seamless integration
* Applying your expertise in Java and Rest Assured for robust testing
* Applying SQL for database validation and using AWS Cloud knowledge for cloud-based testing solutions
* Working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions
* Experience in Agile methodologies (Kanban, SCRUM)
* Excellent collaboration skills to work with multiple teams in the organization globally

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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