QA Automation Engineer

Job TitleJob Overview:Pay Range: $55.00hr - $60.00hrRequirement/Must Have:3 to 8+ years of software quality assurance experience with a strong primary focus on API test automation.Proven, hands-on experience building and maintaining test scripts using the Karate framework.Solid understanding of programming or scripting languages such as Java, JavaScript, or Groovy.Deep knowledge of REST/SOAP protocols, JSON, XML, and testing utility tools like Postman or SoapUI.Familiarity with pipeline tools such as Jenkins, Azure DevOps and version control systems like Git.Strong grasp of Agile/Scrum processes, STLC, and BDD principles.Responsibilities:Design, write, and maintain robust automated test scripts using the Karate framework for API validation, functional testing, and integration testing.Continuously evaluate and improve existing automation frameworks to maximize reusability, efficiency, and scalability.Embed automated test suites into continuous integration and delivery pipelines to enable continuous testing.Work closely with software engineers and business analysts to translate acceptance criteria into clear BDD scenarios and automated test cases.Identify, log, and track software defects with clear reproduction steps, working closely with the development team to resolve issues.Validate RESTful and SOAP services, JSON/XML payloads, and perform database checks using SQL where necessary.Skills:TPM.Karate Framework.API Test Automation.Java.JavaScript.Groovy.REST.SOAP.JSON.XML.Postman.SoapUI.Jenkins.Azure DevOps.Git.SQL.BDD.Qualification And Education:3 to 8+ years of software quality assurance experience.Expertise in Karate framework.Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, or Groovy.Knowledge of REST/SOAP protocols.