Qa Automation Engineer

OverviewWe are seeking our newQA Automation Engineerto join the Axway teamResponsibilitiesReporting to the Team Lead, you will serve as the Quality and Testing SME for a high-performance platform engineering team focused on API management and integration technologies.Quality Leadership & StrategyDefine and drive the test strategy aligned with platform architecture and integration patterns.Champion quality engineering best practices, ensuring efficient and effective testing across all layers of the stack.Mentor and coach engineers on testing techniques, automation, and performance validation.Establish and track quality KPIs and metrics to continuously improve test coverage, reliability, and release confidence.Ensure adherence to quality processes and standards, and proactively evolve them based on team and customer feedback.Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with internal teams (engineering, DevOps, product) and external stakeholders (support, professional services, customer success) to elevate product quality and customer experience.Act as a liaison between engineering and customer-facing teams to translate feedback into actionable quality improvements.Test Design & AutomationLead the design and implementation of automated tests across API layers, data stores, and service mesh components (e.g., Envoy).Apply the test automation pyramid effectively, ensuring robust unit, integration, and end-to-end test coverage.Build and maintain scalable test frameworks and CI/CD integrations tailored to a microservices and Kubernetes-based architecture.Risk & Performance ManagementIdentify and elevate quality risks, gaps, and inefficiencies in the testing lifecycle.Drive performance testing initiatives for APIs, data pipelines, and distributed services using tools like JMeter, Gatling, or k6.Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize and implement quality improvement initiatives in a timely and measurable way.Platform ExpertiseDevelop deep technical knowledge of the platform's components including Java services, Envoy proxies, Valkey caching, MongoDB/Postgres databases, and Kubernetes orchestration.Influence engineering teams to raise the bar on quality deliverables, ensuring resilient and scalable integrations.Qualifications5+ years of experience in software quality engineering or SDET roles, with a strong focus on backend systems, APIs, and distributed platforms.Proven expertise in designing and implementing automated test frameworks for microservices and API-driven architectures.Strong programming skills in Java (or equivalent languages like Python or Go) for test automation and tooling.Deep understanding of API testing (REST, gRPC), including contract testing, schema validation, and mocking strategies.Familiarity with Valkey (or Redis), MongoDB, and PostgreSQL, including how to validate data consistency and performance across these systems.Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including testing in containerized and orchestrated environments.Strong knowledge of the test automation pyramid and experience applying it effectively in large-scale systems.Experience with performance and load testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling, k6) and interpreting results to guide optimization.Excellent analytical and debugging skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues.Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and advocate for quality.Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and contributing to continuous improvement in testing practices.Seniority levelAssociateEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionQuality AssuranceIndustriesSoftware Development and IT Services and IT ConsultingCompany OverviewAt Axway, we're more than a company—we're a pioneer.For 25 years, we've been empowering organizations to achieve digital transformation and unlock innovation.With a presence in 100 countries, 11,000+ customers, and a global team of over 1,400+ passionate professionals, Axway is driving the future of enterprise integration.We're on a mission tobe the leaderin our space, empowering our customers withsecure, mission-critical softwareto manage and deliver impactful business outcomes from all theirdigital business interactions.We believe in the power of togetherness.When you're part of Axway, you're part of a culturally rich and globally connected community that thrives on exchanging ideas and tackling challenges head-on.Whether working remotely or onsite, you'll find camaraderie, collaboration, and the support of leadership to inspire you daily.Here, you'll grow, innovate, and succeed because we're better together.Each step forward in your personal journey is one we take as a team.Join us, and let's accomplish extraordinary things together.Axway is a proud member of 74Software.Learn more about how Axway is transforming the future:Ready to shape the future?Let's get started—because at Axway, together, we can.Together, we will.Axway is an AA and EEO employerAxway is an AA and EEO employer.#J-*****-Ljbffr