QA Tester

API Automation Test Lead

We are looking for an experienced API Automation Test Lead with strong expertise in REST API testing, automation, and database validation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Karate or REST Assured and a solid understanding of modern QA automation practices.

Key Skills & Experience

5+ years of experience in REST API automation testing

Strong hands-on experience with Karate or REST Assured

3+ years of database testing experience with SQL

Strong knowledge of Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, JSON, and XML

Experience with API authentication, including OAuth2 and JWT

Experience with Jenkins, Git, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions

Familiarity with JMeter and performance testing

Experience with Maven/Gradle, JUnit/TestNG, and Cucumber/BDD

Understanding of Swagger/OpenAPI and API contract testing

Experience working in Agile/Scrum and CI/CD environments

Strong troubleshooting, analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Ability to mentor junior QA engineers and collaborate with development teams

Nice to Have

Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP

Exposure to MongoDB, Cassandra, or Redis

Familiarity with WireMock or MockServer

Knowledge of API security testing/OWASP concepts

Experience in financial services, payments, or other regulated environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field preferred

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.