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API Tester
Location Atlanta, GA (Onsite role)
Visa: EAD, GCEAD, and TN
Required skills: 12+ years of API Testing with 3+ years in Telecom industry Rest/SOAP API Testing Strong experience in BSS/OSS - Scripting language like Java, Python or Groovy Jenkins, Gitlab for CI/CD
Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Senior API Tester with deep expertise in Telecom BSS/OSS systems and proven experience working with major telcos such as AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, etc. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, executing, and maintaining API test strategies and automation frameworks, ensuring seamless integration and performance of telecom services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform functional, regression, performance, and security testing of RESTful and SOAP APIs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, architects, and business analysts to understand requirements and ensure test coverage.
- Validate API integrations across BSS/OSS systems such as CRM, Billing, Order Management, Inventory, Provisioning, and Network Management.
- Analyze test results, identify root causes of issues, and provide detailed reports and recommendations.
- Work with tools like Postman, SoapUI, JMeter, RestAssured, Karate, or similar.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes.
- Ensure compliance with telecom standards and protocols (e.g., TM Forum, 3GPP).
Required Skills & Experience:
- 12+ years of experience in API testing, with at least 3+ years in the Telecom domain.
- Strong hands-on experience with REST/SOAP API testing tools and automation frameworks.
- Deep understanding of BSS/OSS architecture and workflows.
- Experience working with telcos like AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, or similar.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Java, Python, Groovy) for test automation.
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with microservices architecture and API gateways (e.g., Apigee, Kong).
- Knowledge of network protocols, telecom standards, and service orchestration.
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- ISTQB or equivalent testing certification is a plus.