Johannesburg: Automation Tester (1 Feb Start) posted by Plus1X Solutions (Pty) Ltd

Job Description

Automation Tester (On-Site with flexible working hours) – Contract role with potential for renewal or convert to perm

Please Note: 1 FEB start

Key Responsibilities

3-5 Years relevant experience
Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks for comprehensive testing of web applications, REST APIs, and load/performance metrics.
Develop and execute test automation scripts using Java, with C# experience considered advantageous.
Create, configure, and maintain CI/CD pipelines, including YAML file creation for automated build and deployment processes.
Collaborate with development teams to foster Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) practices and ensure high-quality code delivery.
Perform software testing, including functional, integration, regression, performance, and security testing (security testing skills advantageous).
Manage source control processes using tools like GIT.
Mentor and coach development teams on test automation strategies and best practices to ensure seamless integration into agile workflows.
Navigate SQL databases, run work queries, and manipulate test data to validate technical aspects of development initiatives.
Contribute to REST API and Web GUI testing, including writing and automating API tests.
Conduct load and performance testing across applications and identify optimization opportunities.
Collaborate with DevOps engineers to ensure the seamless integration of test automation into CI/CD pipelines.
Stay updated on the latest tools, technologies, and practices in test automation and continuous integration.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Programming Languages: Proficiency in Java; experience in C# is advantageous.
Automation Frameworks: Ability to create and maintain test automation frameworks.
CI/CD Expertise: Experience in pipeline orchestration, including YAML file creation.
BDD Expertise: Hands-on experience in Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) and testing.
Source Control: Proficiency in GIT for source control management.
Database Knowledge: Ability to navigate SQL databases, run queries, and manipulate test data.
Testing Types: Proven expertise in REST API, Web GUI, load/performance testing, and writing automated tests.
Security Testing: Knowledge of security testing practices is advantageous.
Object-Oriented Programming: Solid understanding and application of OOP principles.
Technical Mentorship: Ability to coach and support development teams on test automation and its benefits.
Azure Knowledge: Experience with Azure services is advantageous.