* Labor contract (CIM)
* Full on-site (Grozăvești area, Bucharest)
Your new company
Our client is a systems integrator specializing in physical and cybersecurity solutions. Their primary mission is to ensure the protection of critical national and European infrastructure - both physical and digital - while also supporting the achievement of strategic national security objectives.
Your new role
We are looking for a Senior Tester with strong experience in API test automation, capable of taking full ownership of testing projects and developing robust test plans. This role is essential in ensuring the quality and reliability of services by defining and implementing comprehensive end-to-end API testing strategies.
As a Senior QA Automation Engineer you will:
- Analyze functional and technical specifications for web services (REST, SOAP, etc.) and identify relevant test scenarios
- Create and maintain automated API test suites using frameworks such as Postman, RestAssured, Karate, SoapUI, or equivalent
- Develop and document comprehensive API test plans, including testing strategies, entry/exit criteria, risk assessments, and traceability matrices
- Implement performance and security testing for APIs using tools like JMeter, Gatling, or OWASP ZAP
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, etc.) with automated result reporting and monitoring
- Identify, report, and track defects through resolution in close collaboration with development teams
- Mentor QA team members on best practices in testing and automation
- Continuously optimize testing processes and adopt new tools and technologies to improve efficiency
What you'll need to succeed
Education Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Automation and Computers, Systems Engineering)
Technical Expertise:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in software testing, with at least 3 years focused on API automation
- Advanced knowledge of protocols and formats: REST, SOAP, JSON, XML, OAuth 2.0
- Hands-on experience with one or more testing frameworks: Postman/Newman, RestAssured (Java), Karate, SoapUI, or equivalent
- Understanding of CI/CD principles and integration of tests into pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, etc.)
- Familiarity with API performance and security testing tools (JMeter, Gatling, OWASP ZAP)
- Excellent documentation and communication skills in both Romanian and English
- Ability to work independently, make informed decisions, and prioritize testing activities
- Analytical thinking and attention to detail; strong focus on quality and continuous improvement
- Experience in developing and managing complex test plans
Professional Competencies:
- Critical and analytical thinking
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations
- Solution-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving results
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Team player with a collaborative attitude
- High level of integrity and accountability
What you'll get in return
- Meal vouchers provided monthly
- Private medical subscription with Regina Maria
- Monthly transport reimbursement
- Annual salary adjustment based on the inflation rate
- Vacation vouchers
- Additional paid leave based on seniority (starting from 21 days, with 1 extra day for every 5 years of work experience)
- Extra day off for special occasions (birthday, International Women's Day/ Men’s Day)
What you need to do now
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