Automation Tester

Summary: The Automation Tester role is a contract position based in the UK, focusing on backend and API testing with a strong emphasis on automation. Candidates should have over seven years of experience and be proficient in JavaScript, along with hands-on experience using various API testing tools. The position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct test automation with a focus on backend and API testing.
• Utilize JavaScript for programming tasks related to testing.
• Employ API testing tools and frameworks such as Postman, Pytest, and Requests.
• Manage test data using PostgreSQL or other relational databases.
• Understand and work with RESTful APIs, JSON, XML, and other data formats.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively.
• Apply problem-solving skills to identify and resolve testing issues.
• Familiarity with front-end testing frameworks like Selenium and Cypress is a plus.

Key Skills:

• 7+ years of experience in test automation.
• Proficient in JavaScript programming language.
• Hands-on experience with API testing tools and frameworks.
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, JSON, and XML.
• Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Familiarity with React and front-end testing frameworks is a plus.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT