API & UI Test Automation Engineer

Veriipro; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; Full time

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled API/UI Automation Engineer to design, develop, and execute automated test solutions for APIs and user interfaces. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in API testing, automation frameworks, and a passion for delivering high-quality, scalable software.

Required Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong proficiency in API testing tools such as Postman, SoapUI, or equivalent
• Experience with programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript for automation scripting
• Hands-on experience with automation frameworks:
  • RestAssured (API testing)
  • Selenium (UI automation and integration testing)
• Solid understanding of:
  • RESTful APIs, HTTP methods, status codes, and request/response structures
  • Test automation best practices and CI/CD integration
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)

Roles & Responsibilities

Test Planning & Design

• Develop detailed and comprehensive test plans and test cases for APIs and UI components
• Ensure coverage across functional, performance, security, and reliability testing

Test Execution

• Execute manual and automated test cases for APIs and UI applications
• Validate API responses, data integrity, and system behavior

Automation Development

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automated test scripts
• Enhance regression testing through robust automation frameworks
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines

Defect Management

• Identify, document, and track defects using standard tools (e.g., Jira)
• Collaborate with development teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues

Collaboration

• Work closely with developers, QA engineers, product owners, and stakeholders
• Understand API specifications and ensure comprehensive test coverage

Reporting & Analysis

• Analyze test results and provide actionable insights on product quality
• Prepare clear, concise test reports and dashboards

Preferred Skills

• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling)
• Knowledge of security testing practices for APIs
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments