Automation & Quality Specialist

Satair; København; Hybrid; DKK 650,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid working

29 days holiday + flex days

Job summary

Satair in Copenhagen is looking for a Backend API Automation Tester to ensure our e-commerce platform and services meet high standards of quality, performance, and security. You will build robust automation frameworks for backend APIs and contribute to the reliability of the digital ecosystem.

You will collaborate with developers, QA, and DevOps to validate REST/SOAP APIs, automate authentication flows, and integrate tests in CI/CD pipelines.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in backend/API testing with hands-on Playwright experience.
• Proficiency in automation scripting using JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs, HTTP methods, headers, status codes and Git.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum, Jira and test management tools like XRAY/HP ALM.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for backend services and APIs.
• API Automation: create and execute API tests using Playwright; automate authentication flows (OAuth, JWT, API keys).
• Validate RESTful (and SOAP) APIs for functionality, performance, and schema (JSON/XML).
• CI/CD Integration: integrate automated tests into Jenkins/GitHub Actions pipelines.
• Defect Management: analyze results and collaborate to resolve issues with developers.
• Strategy & Documentation: develop test cases, plans, and data strategies; document APIs clearly.
• Full Lifecycle Testing: perform regression, smoke, and integration testing.

Skills

Backend/API testing

Playwright

JavaScript/TypeScript

Agile/Scrum

Defect analysis

Stakeholder communication

Collaboration

Tools

Playwright

Job description

Job Description:

Are you a skilled and detail-oriented tester with a passion for delivering high-quality digital solutions? At Satair, we are looking for a Backend API Automation Tester who will ensure our e-commerce platform and underlying services meet the highest standards of functionality, performance, and reliability. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on building robust automation frameworks and ensuring that the \"engine\" of our digital ecosystem is flawless.

The position will be located in Copenhagen, Denmark.

What The Job Is...

You’ll play a crucial role in shaping the quality of our platform by leveraging your expertise in backend automation, security validation, and defect analysis. You will work closely with developers, QA, and DevOps teams to ensure our backend services are scalable and resilient, contributing directly to our mission of delivering seamless customer experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks specifically for backend services and APIs.
• API Automation: Create and execute sophisticated API tests using Playwright .Security & Auth: Automate complex authentication flows, including OAuth, JWT, and API keys, to ensure secure service-to-service communication.
• Validation: Validate RESTful (and SOAP) APIs for functionality, performance, and schema integrity (JSON/XML).
• CI/CD Integration: Implement and manage automated test suites within CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) to enable continuous quality.
• Defect Management: Analyze test results, identify root causes of defects, and collaborate with developers to ensure timely resolutions.
• Strategy & Documentation: Develop comprehensive test cases, test plans, and data strategies for backend systems, ensuring high test coverage and clear API documentation.
• Full Lifecycle Testing: Conduct regression, smoke and integration testing to support frequent production releases.

How You Will Contribute To The Team

• Technical Expertise: 5-7 years of experience in backend/API testing with deep hands‑on experience in Playwright.
• Scripting Skills: Proficiency in automation scripting using JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Protocol Mastery: Solid understanding of REST APIs, HTTP methods, headers, status codes and version control (Git).
• Agile Knowledge: Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies, Jira and modern test management tools like XRAY, HP ALM, Practi Test.
• Problem‑Solving Mindset: A proactive approach to identifying bottlenecks and optimizing automation frameworks for speed and reliability.
• Stakeholder Acumen: Strong communication skills to bridge the gap between technical backend requirements and business needs.
• Collaboration: Ability to work within diverse teams and foster a positive, solutions‑oriented environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or K6.
• ISTQB Foundation Certification.
• Experience with E‑commerce platform architectures.

What does your next challenge look like?

At Satair, we believe in sustainable aviation that allows people to travel and connect across the globe.

We are on a mission to provide world class material solutions that keep aircraft flying and extend their lifespan.

In Satair, you can challenge the status quo, pioneer new ways of working, and generate real value for airlines and suppliers worldwide.

Being part of the Airbus family gives us the opportunity to live a global mindset, working in international teams and collaborating across functions, sites and cultures.

If you want to work as one team embracing a can‑do attitude in a demanding environment, then we offer a great place to explore, learn, and grow.

About SATAIR

Satair offers first class material management solutions in the aftermarket business of the aviation industry.

We are working to be the most customer‑centric organization in providing commercial aviation spares parts to make the world continue flying.

We are constantly taking customer experience to new levels by improving how we fulfill and deliver customers’ orders quickly and accurately, anywhere in the world.

To meet this goal, Satair is continually striving to innovate and provide best‑in‑class service levels by pioneering new products and services in a fast growing business environment.

With our global functional organization spanning across 11 different sites and locations worldwide with more than 1.800 people and a turnover of $3.0 billion, you will be part of a truly global family.

Our customers have the ultimate goal to operate their fleet and our Airbus aircraft safely, efficiently in a cost‑time‑quality effective manner and of course with the expected comfort level for their customers. We at Satair do everything to support our customers in this.

If you want to know more about our business, have a closer look at our website www.SATAIR.com or check out our SATAIR Youtube Channel at www.youtube.com/sataircompany !

What do we offer at SATAIR?

At SATAIR, you will find much more than a job - we offer you the possibility of growing both your personal and professional capacities in a fun, supportive and informal working environment, where you will be encouraged to engage, share knowledge and ideas.

SATAIR is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We love to bring in people with different backgrounds and experiences as we believe it enhances our performance immensely!

Here is a selection of some of the benefits we offer our employees in Copenhagen:

• Competitive remuneration, including short term incentive bonus on all levels
• Work/life balance: hybrid working, flex time, maternity/paternity/parental leave, 29 days of holiday + senior and flex days
• Personal development: personalized development plans, large portfolio of learning solutions and many internal mobility opportunities, both locally and globally
• Health and well-being: Health insurance, in-house canteen with many healthy options

We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

When applying for the position, you accept our data privacy statement: http://www.SATAIR.com/privacycc

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Satair A/S

Contract Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Digital

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