SDET Developer

You are a skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with 4-10 years of experience, specializing in automating API tests for both SOAP and RESTful services. Your primary focus will be on backend automation using Java and BDD frameworks. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining automated test scripts to ensure robust validation of service interactions, leveraging modern Java techniques and frameworks. Proficiency in Java (version 8 or higher) is a must, with an emphasis on writing clean and maintainable code. You should have hands-on experience in API test automation, preferably using RestAssured. Experience in Java SOAP web service integration, including working with JAXB-generated client stubs from WSDL/XSD for XML marshalling, unmarshalling, and schema validation within test automation is essential. A good understanding of BDD concepts and experience working with the Cucumber framework is required. Knowledge of test automation best practices, test data management, modular design, version control tools (Git), build tools (Maven), and test execution frameworks like TestNG or JUnit is expected. Experience working in Agile development environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams is a plus. Your key responsibilities include developing and maintaining automated test scripts for SOAP and REST APIs using Java and RestAssured. You will also work on Java-based SOAP web service integrations and implement Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) test frameworks using Cucumber. This involves writing expressive Gherkin feature files, developing modular step definitions in Java, and managing hooks, tags, and context objects to streamline test execution. Creating data-driven test scenarios using DataTables, Scenario Outlines, and external data sources such as JSON and Excel is part of your role. You will utilize Java 8+ features like Streams and Optionals to write efficient and clean test code, model API requests and responses using well-structured POJOs, and integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines. Collaboration with developers, QA, and DevOps teams is essential for successful test implementation. Additionally, you will participate in defect analysis, test strategy reviews, and continuous test optimization to ensure the quality and efficiency of the testing process.,