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QA Engineer

Colombia

For more than 20 years, our global network of passionate technologists and pioneering craftspeople has delivered cutting-edge technology and game-changing consulting to companies on the brink of AI-driven digital transformation. Since 2001, we have grown into a full-service digital consulting company with 5500+ professionals working on a worldwide ambition. Driven by the desire to make a difference, we keep innovating. Fueling the growth of our company with our knowledge worker culture. When teaming up with Xebia, expect in-depth expertise based on an authentic, value-led, and high-quality way of working that inspires all we do.

About the Role

This role is ideal for a hands-on QA Engineer with approximately four years of experience, focused on manual API testing and capable of contributing to automation efforts. The right candidate is comfortable working in a hybrid QA role, with the curiosity to explore, question, and improve the reliability and performance of APIs and backend services

What You’ll Do

  • Design and execute manual test cases for APIs and backend services based on user stories and technical requirements.
  • Build and maintain basic to intermediate API automation scripts, primarily using Postman and frameworks like Karate.
  • Assist in running and analyzing performance tests using tools like Gatling and Prism under guidance.
  • Collaborate with developers and product owners to clarify requirements, define acceptance criteria, and ensure test coverage.
  • Identify, document, and track bugs through to resolution with clear, concise reporting.
  • Maintain test data and test environments to support consistent and repeatable testing.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to ongoing QA process improvements.
  • Communicate testing progress and risks clearly with both technical and non-technical team members
  • Support technical evaluations of other consultants when required, contributing to the assessment of skills and alignment with project needs

What You Bring

  • 4 years of experience in QA, with a mix of manual and automation testing (ideally 50/50).
  • Strong hands-on experience in manual API testing using Postman or similar tools.
  • Practical experience with API test automation, using any framework (e.g., Karate, RestAssured, Postman scripts). Familiarity with performance testing tools such as Gatling, JMeter, or others.
  • Basic scripting or programming knowledge (Java, JavaScript, or similar).
  • Proven ability to create clear, reusable test plans, test cases, and bug reports.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable in Agile development environments.

Working Style:

  • Growth-oriented mindset – eager to learn from peers and continuously improve testing practices and product understanding.
  • Detail-focused and technically solid – ensures test coverage and quality through effective manual and automated testing.
  • Clear communicator – explains test results, defects, and quality risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborative team member – works closely with developers, designers, and productmanagers to build and release high-quality features.
  • Takes ownership – accountable for test execution, defect tracking, and contributing to the overall stability of the product.
  • Open to feedback – receptive to code reviews, process improvement, and mentoring to grow into more advanced QA responsibilities.

 

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