QA Automation Engineer

Korn Ferry; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry partnered client seeks a QA Automation Engineer in Wilmington, DE for a 12+ month contract focusing on pure backend API test automation. You will automate APIs that the UI depends on, with no UI testing involved.

The role emphasizes writing robust automated tests (approximately 90%), collaborating with developers for clarification, and validating APIs across the stack. 3–7 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 3–7 years of QA automation or relevant experience.
• Experience with API automation and backend testing.
• API automation focus; no UI testing currently.

Responsibilities

• Automate and maintain backend API test suites.
• Write real, robust automated tests with emphasis on API coverage.
• Coordinate with developers for clarification and issue resolution.

Skills

Cucumber

Java

Python

CI/CD

Cloud

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

We have partnered with our client in their search for a QA Automation Engineer in Wilmington, DE for a 12+ month contract opportunity.
This team handles intern verification and rewards. Pure backend API test automation: automate the APIs that the client's UI depends on. End-to-end API automation only (no UI automation or manual testing currently).
Responsibilities

• ~90% writing/automating test cases; ~10% coordinating with internal developers (or other teams) for clarification or to resolve issues.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and be largely self-sufficient after onboarding.
• Prior API automation experience and relevant company background are what stand out

Skills Required

• Primary stack: Cucumber + Java.
• Bruno used for some manual verification (nice-to-have, not required).
• Open to strong coders in any language (Java, Python, etc.); ability to code matters more than specific language.
• CI/CD exposure helpful but not required.
• Cloud exposure is a plus, not mandatory.
• Must be able to write real code (will be assessed in interviews).

Education & Work Experience

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3-7 years or experience

About Korn Ferry

Korn Ferry unleashes potential in people, teams, and organizations. We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers. To learn more, please visit Korn Ferry at www.Kornferry.com