API Tester - Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled API Tester to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the quality, performance, and reliability of our high-performing APIs. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute to critical projects and work within a collaborative environment.
Role : API Tester
Location : Pune / Nagpur (Office Location)
Experience : 10+ years
Duration : Full Time
Working Hours : UK time shift
Notice Period : Immediate or 30 Days
Key Responsibilities
As an API Tester, you will be responsible for :
- Designing, developing, and executing comprehensive API test plans and test cases.
- Performing load testing and performance testing to ensure APIs meet stringent business SLAs.
- Utilizing various API testing tools to ensure robust and efficient API functionality.
- Collaborating closely with development teams (frontend and backend) to facilitate seamless API integration and data exchange.
- Identifying, documenting, and tracking bugs and issues, working with developers for timely resolution.
- Optimizing APIs for improved performance and scalability.
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies.
- Recommending infrastructure improvements based on technical familiarity with the stack.
Required Skills & Experience (Must Have) :
To be successful in this role, you must possess :
Technical Expertise :
Strong proficiency in Python Programming.Extensive experience with FAST API.In-depth understanding and practical experience with Caching mechanisms (including Redis and in-memory caching).Proficiency in using Swagger UI for checking API endpoints and facilitating data exchange with frontend systems.Proven experience in developing and testing high-performing APIs that consistently meet defined business Service Level Agreements (SLAs).Hands-on experience with Azure for API hosting and deployment.Familiarity with CI / CD implementation, GIT, and Bitbucket.Demonstrated ability to optimize APIs for improved performance.Technical familiarity with the overall stack to effectively recommend infrastructure improvements.API Testing Tools :
Expertise in using Postman.Strong experience with REST Assured.Proficiency in SoapUI.Desirable Skills
While not mandatory, candidates with the following skills will be highly regarded :
Experience with Plotly library structure for pictorial presentation of data.Experience with Databricks and strong database and schema knowledge.Soft Skills
We are looking for a professional who demonstrates :
Solid communication skills, both written and verbal, to articulate technical concepts clearly.Strong negotiation skills when interacting with highly technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).(ref : hirist.tech)