QA Engineer - Integration Tester and Automation

Requirements:

Experience Level: Minimum 5 years

Job Overview
We seek an experienced Integration Tester with a strong background in MuleSoft, AWS serverless architecture, and Postman. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of hands-on experience in testing complex system integrations, troubleshooting, and ensuring that various components function together seamlessly. They will also be proficient in Groovy scripting and have a working knowledge of GitLab CI pipelines and mocking servers such as Service V of ReadyAPI.

Key Responsibilities
•    Design, develop, and execute comprehensive integration test plans.
•    Validate integration points between systems, with a strong focus on MuleSoft and AWS serverless technologies (CloudWatch, API Gateway, Lambda functions, etc.).
•    Utilize testing tools like Postman and SoapUI to verify and validate APIs and system integrations.
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the accurate integration of software components.
•    Develop automated test scripts using Groovy scripting; Java scripting is a plus.
•    Implement and manage GitLab CI pipelines for continuous testing and integration.
•    Perform regression testing, end-to-end testing, and performance testing.
•    Experience with mocking servers like Service V of ReadyAPI to simulate API behavior in the integration environment.
•    Create detailed test reports and track defects to closure.
•    Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues in a timely manner.
•    Support continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) processes by verifying integration functionality.

Required Skills and Experience
•    MuleSoft: Strong experience working with MuleSoft for system integrations.
•    AWS serverless: Proficiency in AWS cloud services, particularly CloudWatch, API Gateway, and Lambda functions.
•    Postman and SoapUI: Extensive experience in API testing using both tools; creating, executing, and automating tests.
•    Groovy scripting: Solid knowledge of Groovy scripting for test automation and integration testing.
•    GitLab CI: Working experience with GitLab CI pipelines for continuous integration and testing.
•    Mocking servers: Experience with mocking tools like Service V of ReadyAPI for simulating service behavior.
•    5+ years of experience in integration testing or a related role.
•    Experience with testing REST APIs, SOAP, and microservices architecture.
•    Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•    Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications
•    Certifications in AWS or MuleSoft.
•    Knowledge of Java scripting is a plus.
•    Experience with other cloud platforms and testing frameworks.
•    Experience with automated testing tools like Selenium or JMeter.
•    Exposure to DevOps practices and tools like Jenkins, Docker, or Kubernetes.

Soft Skills
•    Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams.
•    Attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing.
•    Adaptability to fast-paced project changes and agile processes.
•    Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate and mitigate potential integration issues.
•    Proficiency in English

Location will be Lisbon, Braga, Porto or Coimbra and the working model will be hybrid.