Automation Developer

Daten; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Colorado is seeking a skilled Automation Developer to contribute to API automation efforts. The candidate will focus on developing high-quality automation scripts and frameworks in an SDET environment, utilizing strong experience with test automation tools and methodologies. This role requires technical expertise and collaboration with product teams to enhance testing capabilities and streamline workflows.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with test automation tools, frameworks, and methodologies.
• Exposure to the wireless domain or similar technology-intensive environments.
• Experience with behavior-driven development frameworks like Cucumber or SpecFlow.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain API automation scripts and frameworks.
• Implement micro-automation strategies for comprehensive workflows.
• Ensure comprehensive test coverage for APIs.

Skills

Core Java

Rest Assured

TDD methodologies

CI/CD tools

Microservices architecture

RESTful API principles

Tools

Ready API

Postman

GitLab

Jenkins

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Automation Developer to contribute to API automation efforts in an SDET environment within the wireless domain. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with test automation tools, frameworks, and methodologies, combined with a passion for developing high-quality, scalable, and reusable solutions. This role emphasizes technical expertise, collaboration, and hands‑on development to enhance testing capabilities and streamline workflows

Key Responsibilities

Technical Development:

• Develop and maintain API automation scripts and frameworks using tools such as Ready API, Postman, or similar.
• Implement micro-automation strategies by creating reusable, modular scripts and combining them into comprehensive workflows.
• Ensure alignment with Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles and integrate solutions into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab).
• Collaborate with teams to identify areas for automation and prioritize accordingly to maximize impact.
• Monitor and maintain automation performance, addressing technical debt and optimizing test execution.
• Work closely with developers, testers, and product teams to understand requirements and translate them into robust test automation.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and high-quality standards.
• Provide clear documentation and training on developed tools and frameworks to support team adoption.

Execution and Quality Assurance:

• Ensure comprehensive test coverage for APIs, focusing on edge cases and performance scenarios.
• Conduct root cause analysis for defects and work proactively to improve automation robustness.
• Contribute to the overall quality assurance strategy by identifying gaps and proposing solutions.

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills:

• Core java and have working experience of Rest Assured.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, or equivalent.
• Understanding of Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodologies.
• Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful API principles.

Domain Knowledge:

• Exposure to the wireless domain or similar technology-intensive environments.
• Familiarity with concepts like RAN, RF, or network protocols is advantageous.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with behavior-driven development (BDD) frameworks like Cucumber or SpecFlow.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with performance testing and monitoring tools.

Key Attributes:

• Strong problem‑solving skills with a focus on delivering effective automation solutions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, agile environment.
• Detail‑oriented mindset with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.