API Test Analyst

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Who we are

CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

Job Description

We are looking for a API Test Analyst to perform API testing, including request/response validation, schema verification, error handling, and data integrity checks. This position will be full-time and remote.
What You'll Do

• Apply strong knowledge of quality assurance principles, testing methodologies, and software development lifecycles

• Review and analyze business and technical requirements to ensure comprehensive test coverage for enhancements, defect fixes, and new features

• Execute manual and automated tests to validate functionality, performance, and reliability

• Design, write, execute, and maintain clear and reusable test cases

• Drive and promote best practices in test case design, defect tracking, test data preparation, and reporting

• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and other stakeholders during project and sprint meetings

• Provide clear oral and written QA status updates, including risks, blockers, and test results

• Demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify root causes of issues

• Support investigation and resolution of defects found during testing and in production

• Evaluate existing QA processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and quality

• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by QA leadership or management

What You'll Need
Required:

• 3-5 years experience in Quality Assurance Industry

• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

• Solid experience in manual testing, including test planning, design, execution, analysis, and documentation

• Hands-on experience with API testing and automation tools such as Bruno, Insomnia, or Postman

• Working knowledge of automation concepts, test scripting, and reusable test frameworks

• Experience using SQL for database testing, data validation, and data analysis

• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as Grafana, Kafka, and Splunk

• Experience with version control systems including Git and GitHub

• Proficient in using JIRA for test management, defect tracking, and collaboration

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with keen attention to detail

• Creative, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to think beyond standard approaches

• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing tasks independently

• Enthusiastic continuous learner, eager to adopt new tools, systems, and processes

• Adaptable and flexible, able to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Strong alignment with business goals, ensuring QA activities support overall organizational success

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions

• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

Reasonable accommodation statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.