Senior Test Automation Engineer

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We are seeking a highly skilled Test Automation Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Python programming and test automation across various domains, including web applications, APIs, and virtualization environments. This role involves leveraging modern testing frameworks, integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines, and working in containerized environments.

MD rate: 200 – 300 EUR

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts for web applications using tools such as Selenium or Playwright.
• Automate API testing and validate data workflows.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate tests into GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
• Maintain and manage test environments using containerization technologies like Docker, Docker Compose, and Kubernetes.
• Work with virtualization technologies such as VMware and OpenStack to ensure robust and scalable testing environments.
• Utilize mocking tools to simulate dependencies and ensure isolated testing environments.
• Monitor and report test coverage, ensuring high-quality standards for the software development lifecycle.
• Analyze and debug test failures, working closely with the development team to resolve issues.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proficiency in Python programming.
• Strong experience with Pytest and Unittest for test automation.
• Proficiency in dependency management and packaging with Poetry.
• Expertise in API testing using Requests, Postman/Newman, and Pytest.
• Knowledge of mocking tools to simulate application dependencies.
• Experience with test coverage and reporting tools.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware and OpenStack.
• Familiarity with CI/CD processes, particularly in GitLab CI/CD environments.
• Knowledge of Cloud environments and Microservices architecture.
• Certification ISTQB is an advantage.