Automation Test Engineer

InterImage; Colombia; On-site; COP 356,231,000 - 542,664,000; Full time

Job summary

InterImage is seeking an Automated Test Engineer to design and implement robust automated UI and API tests using Cypress. You will work with a cross-functional Agile team to validate features and support modernization of authoring and dissemination tools.

The role focuses on test automation design, execution, and reporting, with exposure to GitLab CI/CD and RESTful services. Strong QA mindset and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, writing, and maintaining automated tests with Cypress.
• Strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills for test scripts.
• Experience with RESTful services and modern web apps.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automated UI and API tests.
• Execute tests, analyze results, document defects and metrics.
• Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI/CD).
• Collaborate in Agile ceremonies with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Cypress

JavaScript/TypeScript

RESTful APIs

QA methodologies

Agile tools

Git

Tools

GitLab CI/CD

Git

Jira

Confluence

Docker

Job description

We have an immediate need for an Automated Test Engineer to support a data distribution and validation system and to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, passionate about software quality, and has a strong background in developing robust automated test suites. This role involves close collaboration with a cross-functional Agile team of software developers, system engineers, and product owners to validate functional enhancements and support the ongoing modernization of authoring and dissemination tools.

Salary: 114,375 - 174,233

Active Security Clearance with Poly Required

Responsibilities:

• Test Automation Design & Development:Independently design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable automated UI and API test scripts utilizing Cypress.
• Test Execution & Reporting:Execute automated test suites, analyze results, troubleshoot failures, and comprehensively document defects and testing metrics.
• Integration & Delivery:Partner with DevOps and software engineers to integrate automated testing seamlessly into the CI/CD pipeline (e.g., GitLab CI/CD) to ensure continuous quality and rapid feedback.
• Collaboration:Participate actively in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, demos) and work with the team to understand functional requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage for all new features and bug fixes.

Required Technical Skills:

• Proven experience designing, writing, and maintaining automated tests using Cypress.Please ensure automation experience is specifically described on resume.
• Proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript for test script development.
• Experience testing modern web applications, RESTful microservices, and APIs.
• Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Practical experience with Agile software development methodologies and collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Experience with version control systems (Git).

Desired Technical Skills:

• Experience configuring and integrating automated tests within CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI/CD).
• Familiarity with Cloud-based architecture and deployment (Amazon Web Services).
• Basic understanding of containerization (Docker) to test applications in consistent environments.
• Familiarity with domain knowledge surrounding government agency reporting and dissemination policies.