Location: Plano, TX (Hybrid)
Duration: 12+ Months
 
 
Must have:

*	Experience: 3 to 8+ years of software quality assurance experience with a strong primary focus on API test automation. 
*	Karate Expertise: Proven, hands-on experience building and maintaining test scripts using the Karate framework. 
*	Coding / Scripting: Solid understanding of programming or scripting languages such as Java, JavaScript, or Groovy. 
*	Protocols & Tools: Deep knowledge of REST/SOAP protocols, JSON, XML, and testing utility tools like Postman or SoapUI. 
*	CI/CD & Version Control: Familiarity with pipeline tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps) and version control systems (Git).

 
Role Overview:
We are seeking a skilled QA Automation Engineer with hands-on expertise in the Karate Framework to design, develop, and execute automated tests for complex RESTful APIs and microservices. In this role, you will collaborate with developers, product owners, and QA leads to ensure the high performance, scalability, and reliability of our software products.
 
Responsibilities: 

*	Test Automation Development: Design, write, and maintain robust automated test scripts using the Karate framework for API validation, functional testing, and integration testing.
*	Framework Enhancement: Continuously evaluate and improve existing automation frameworks to maximize reusability, efficiency, and scalability.
*	CI/CD Integration: Embed automated test suites into continuous integration and delivery pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) to enable continuous testing.
*	Collaboration: Work closely with software engineers and business analysts to translate acceptance criteria into clear BDD scenarios and automated test cases.
*	Defect Management: Identify, log, and track software defects with clear reproduction steps, working closely with the development team to resolve issues.
*	API & Database Validation: Validate RESTful and SOAP services, JSON/XML payloads, and perform database checks using SQL where necessary.

 
Requirements: 

*	Experience: 3 to 8+ years of software quality assurance experience with a strong primary focus on API test automation.
*	Karate Expertise: Proven, hands-on experience building and maintaining test scripts using the Karate framework.
*	Coding / Scripting: Solid understanding of programming or scripting languages such as Java, JavaScript, or Groovy.
*	Protocols & Tools: Deep knowledge of REST/SOAP protocols, JSON, XML, and testing utility tools like Postman or SoapUI.
*	CI/CD & Version Control: Familiarity with pipeline tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps) and version control systems (Git).
*	Methodologies: Strong grasp of Agile/Scrum processes, STLC, and BDD principles.

 
In compliance with the salary transparency law, the expected pay range for this role is $50 - 60/hr. Actual compensation depends on experience and interview evaluation.
Ashish Pandey
Technical Recruiter | Empower Professionals
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