[Remote] Automation Tester

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Computer World Services is seeking an experienced Automation Tester with strong expertise in Backend, API, and Microservices testing. The role involves designing and maintaining automation frameworks and executing various types of tests to ensure the quality and reliability of IT systems. Responsibilities • Analyze functional and non-functional requirements to define API and backend testing needs • Design and develop automated test scripts for REST, SOAP, and microservice interfaces • Validate API responses, payloads, and data integrity using Postman, Swagger, and SOAP UI • Execute integration and regression testing for backend systems • Build and maintain automation frameworks using Python, Java, or Groovy • Verify backend data using SQL (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL) • Troubleshoot API and data issues through log analysis and diagnostics tools • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI) • Support load and performance testing using JMeter or similar tools • Participate in code reviews and provide recommendations to improve automation coverage • Collaborate with developers, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure system quality and reliability Skills • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 10 years of experience • 8–10 years of experience in backend or API test automation • Experience in backend or API test automation • Strong knowledge of Agile, CI/CD, and DevOps practices • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams • Ability to convey technical information to non-technical individuals • Core Expertise in REST / SOAP API Testing • Backend & Microservices Testing • Postman, Swagger, SOAP UI • REST Assured, PyTest, Karate • JSON, XML, WSDL, OAuth, JWT • SQL (PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL) • Jenkins, Maven, Git, JIRA • TestNG, JUnit, PyTest • Docker / Kubernetes Environments • Performance Testing (JMeter, Locust) • Languages: Java, Ruby, Python, XML • Candidate must be a US Citizen, possess DHS Suitability background investigation or be eligible to qualify for DHS Entry of Duty background investigation followed by DHS Public Trust Clearance • AWS or other Cloud Platform experience • API Monitoring (e.g., Splunk, Kibana) • TDD / BDD experience • Security and authentication testing • Federal or large-scale enterprise system experience • Relevant certifications desired Company Overview • Computerworld is a Denmark-based media source aimed at professional IT users and IT decision makers at all levels. It was founded in 1967, and is headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job