API Tester - Remote Position

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Full Time

Skills

API Testing
Automation Test

Job Details

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and execute test plans and test cases for API testing.

  • Perform functional, regression, and performance testing of APIs.

  • Use tools like Postman, SOAP UI, REST Assured, JMeter, or similar for manual and automated testing.

  • Validate data exchange between APIs, including JSON and XML payloads.

  • Create automation scripts to improve testing efficiency and coverage.

  • Identify, document, and track bugs and issues using tools like JIRA, Bugzilla, etc.

  • Collaborate with developers, product managers, and QA team to understand requirements and ensure high-quality deliverables.

  • Review API documentation and ensure compliance with standards and business requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

  • 5+ years of experience in API testing.

  • Strong knowledge of RESTful and SOAP services.

  • Proficiency with API testing tools like Postman, Swagger, ReadyAPI (SOAP UI), and REST Assured.

  • Experience in writing automated test scripts using Java, Python, or JavaScript.

  • Solid understanding of HTTP/S, JSON, XML, and authentication methods like OAuth, JWT, API keys.

  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI) and version control systems (Git).

  • Excellent debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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