Test Automation Engineer

About

Description

We are seeking a skilled Automation Test Engineer with expertise in both manual and automated testing for backend applications, focusing on REST APIs and PostgreSQL databases. This role requires a hands-on tester who can seamlessly switch between manual validation and API automation while taking full ownership of backend quality throughout the development lifecycle—from design to release. You will collaborate closely with development, product, and DevOps teams to ensure backend services are reliable, scalable, and thoroughly tested, delivering high standards of performance and security. Experience in Agile/Scrum environments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test cases for backend services
• Perform REST API testing (manual and automated), including JSON/XML validation, authentication, and test data management
• Develop and maintain Java-based automation test suites to ensure robust coverage
• Validate data integrity using PostgreSQL and advanced SQL queries
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and manage them through resolution
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Collaborate closely with developers and business analysts for early defect detection and requirement clarity

Qualifications

• Core Java (8 or higher) – Intermediate level
• Strong understanding of String handling and Collection frameworks
• Strong experience with JDBC for database validation (PostgreSQL
• preferred)
• REST Assured for API automation
• Cucumber (BDD framework)
• TestNG / JUnit
• API Testing – Manual & Automation

Application instructions:

• The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.