API Quality Engineer - Remote

Overview

Remote
On Site
$60 - $78 hourly
Contract - W2
Contract - Temp

Skills

Quality assurance
Test plans
Test cases
Test scenarios
Performance testing
Automated testing
Regression testing
Load testing
User experience
Security QA
Penetration testing
Systems design
Financial services
Functional testing
Usability testing
API QA
Test scripts
Test methods
Agile testing
Defect tracking
Effective communication
Decision-making
API
Reporting
Cloud computing
Innovation
Banking
IMPACT
Transformation
Automation
Leadership
Planning
Design
Testing
Spring Framework
Regression analysis
Scripting
Selenium
TestRail
Continuous integration
Continuous delivery
Jenkins
GitLab
Microsoft Azure
DevOps
Collaboration
Workflow
Scalability
Regulatory Compliance
Software development
Python
Java
JavaScript
Debugging
Scrum
Kanban
Documentation
JIRA
Bugzilla
Articulate
Policies

Job Details

RESPONSIBILITIES:
A client with Kforce is seeking an API Quality Engineer for a remote role.

Summary:
Reporting to the Head of Cloud/API Enablement, the API Quality Engineer will play a critical role in driving innovation and growth for the Banking Solutions business. In this role, the candidate will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the company's digital transformation journey, drive customer-centric innovation and automation, and position the organization as a leader in the competitive digital banking landscape.

Specifically, the API Quality Engineer will be responsible for the following:
* Lead the planning, design, and execution of comprehensive quality assurance strategies and testing processes specifically tailored for APIs across a variety of frameworks (spring, node, etc.)
* Develop test plans, test cases, and test scenarios for functional, non-functional, regression, and performance testing of APIs, ensuring thorough coverage of requirements and user scenarios
* Design, implement, and maintain automated testing frameworks and scripts using tools such as Selenium, TestRail, or similar, to streamline regression testing and ensure test repeatability
* Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps, and collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure automated testing is part of the development workflow
* Stay updated with the latest testing tools, technologies, and best practices, and evaluate their applicability to enhance testing efficiency, coverage, and accuracy for APIs
* Conduct performance testing, load testing, and scalability testing of APIs to identify bottlenecks, optimize app performance, and ensure smooth user experience under various usage scenarios
* Collaborate with security teams to implement and execute API security testing, including vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and compliance checks to meet industry standards and regulatory requirements

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in a related area
* 7-10 years with 6-8 years of full life cycle development experience and 5-7 years of programming and system design experience in financial services or a related industry in directly related progressively responsible positions; Or equivalent combination of education and experience
* Proficient in creating test plans, test cases, and test scenarios for APIs
* Experience in functional testing, regression testing, usability testing, performance testing, and security testing of APIs
* Familiarity with API testing frameworks and tools such as TestRail, Selenium, etc.
* Strong hands-on experience in developing and maintaining automated test scripts for APIs using relevant tools and frameworks
* Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript for automation tasks and test script development
* Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and working collaboratively with DevOps teams
* Understanding of API app development frameworks, architectures, and technologies to effectively design and execute testing strategies
* Ability to analyze logs, debug issues, and troubleshoot API performance, compatibility, and functionality issues
* Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, processes, and best practices, including agile testing methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)
* Experience in creating and maintaining test documentation, defect tracking, and reporting using tools like Jira, Bugzilla, TestRail, or similar
* Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, product managers, designers, and QA teams
* Ability to articulate testing progress, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders, and contribute to discussions on quality-related decisions
* Complexity of Work: Moderately routine; General policies applied; Some decision-making

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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