Role: Automation Test Engineer x2 (API, Back-End and Data) Duration: 3m to begin with and an extension to follow Sector: Public Sector ** Please only apply if you are comfortable and able to commute to Leeds 2x/week** About the Role: We are looking for a skilled
Automation Test Engineer
with expertise in
backend, data, API testing and Python.
In this role, you will design, develop, and implement automated testing solutions to ensure the reliability, performance, and security of our backend systems and APIs. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain
automated test frameworks
for backend services, APIs, and data pipelines. Design and execute test cases for
RESTful APIs, databases, and cloud-based systems . Collaborate with developers and DevOps teams to integrate automated tests into
CI/CD pipelines . Conduct
performance, security, and integration testing
to ensure system robustness. Identify, analyse, and report defects with clear documentation and reproducibility. Work closely with product and engineering teams to
define quality standards
and best practices. Continuously improve test strategies and expand test coverage for backend and data systems. Experience: Experience in automation testing, with a focus on
backend and API testing . Strong programming skills in
Python
and experience with automation frameworks like
PyTest, Robot Framework, or Behave . Hands-on experience testing
RESTful APIs
using tools such as
Postman, Newman, or RestAssured . Knowledge of
SQL and NoSQL databases
and experience validating data integrity. Familiarity with
Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud environments
(AWS, Azure, or GCP). Experience integrating tests into
CI/CD pipelines
(Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI/CD). Understanding of
message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
and microservices testing. Strong debugging and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset. Nice to Have: Experience with
big data testing
and data validation. Knowledge of
security and performance testing
methodologies. Familiarity with
machine learning pipelines
and testing data models. Apply now or email dom@briodigital.io for more information. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Contract Job function
Consulting, Information Technology, and Analyst Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting, Hospitals and Health Care, and Public Health
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