Staff Software Test Engineer — Backend & API Leader

Groupe Kardol; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a backend/web testing engineer in Chicago to deliver end-to-end testing across the SDLC. You will advise management, mentor junior engineers, and drive testing strategy with modern automation frameworks.

The role emphasizes backend API testing, Playwright-based web automation, and CI/CD integration, leveraging GenAI tools to boost productivity and ensure quality in financial services platforms.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with backend testing, API testing, and web automation.
• Familiarity with CI/CD integration and testing across microservices.

Responsibilities

• Delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Advises management on project-level issues and guides junior engineers.
• Develops and implements backend API testing frameworks and Playwright-based web automation platforms.
• Executes backend testing strategies including microservices, database, and integration testing.
• Implements testing pipelines and creates comprehensive test plans for API releases and deployments.
• Applies GenAI-powered tools to enhance testing productivity and code quality.

Skills

Backend testing

Web testing

Automation testing

GenAI tools

Playwright

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Playwright

CI/CD pipelines

Microservices testing

Job description

PayPal is seeking a backend/web testing engineer in Chicago to deliver end-to-end testing across the SDLC. You will advise management, mentor junior engineers, and drive testing strategy with modern automation frameworks.

The role emphasizes backend API testing, Playwright-based web automation, and CI/CD integration, leveraging GenAI tools to boost productivity and ensure quality in financial services platforms.