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DataPattern

API & UI Automation Tester

Hybrid

Markham, Canada

Freelance

30-09-2025

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Skills

Python Java JavaScript Jira CI/CD Monitoring Jenkins Test Quality Assurance Selenium Test Automation Regression Programming git Azure AWS cloud platforms Postman Automation Testing Java/J2EE

Job Specifications

Job Description: API & UI Automation Tester

Location: Markham

Experience Required: 5+

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled API & UI Automation Tester to join our Quality Assurance team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in testing APIs and UI components, with a strong background in personal and commercial insurance applications. This role will focus on designing and executing automated test scenarios, integrating them into the enterprise regression suite, and ensuring overall application quality.

Key Responsibilities:

API Automation Testing

Design, develop, and execute automated API tests and frameworks to validate functionality, performance, and reliability.

UI Automation Testing

Develop and execute automated UI test scripts using industry-standard frameworks to ensure a seamless user experience.

Guidewire Testing

Perform testing on Guidewire applications to validate functionality against business and technical requirements.

Test Analysis & Reporting

Analyze test results, identify defects, and provide detailed reports with recommendations for improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with development, operations, and business teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage across systems.

Monitoring & Metrics

Implement and monitor automation metrics to track and improve test execution efficiency and effectiveness.

Documentation

Maintain detailed documentation of test plans, scripts, results, and ensure traceability through JIRA QE boards.'

Qualifications:

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience

5+years of experience in API and UI test automation, preferably within insurance applications.

Technical Skills

Guidewire Software proficiency.
Automation Tools: Selenium, Postman, SOAP UI, GW GT Framework.
Scripting: JavaScript, Python.
Programming: Java/J2EE (EJB, Servlets, JSP, JDBC, Web Services, JMS, JPA).
Integration: XML, GOSU, and experience with Edge API Layer and digital portals.
CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, Git.
Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure.

Certifications (Preferred)

API/UI Automation Testing Certification.
Relevant technology or process certifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in cloud-based environments.
Knowledge of insurance industry standards and regulations.
Strong understanding of QA methodologies, processes, and best practices.

About the Company

DataPattern is formed by a group of industry managers and technology experts after noting the need to, - Evolve purpose driven IoT use cases and handle newer scenarios - Combine domain experience, technology expertise and ML/AI techniques to solve customer challenges - Understand current workflows and effectively integrate new applications for maximum benefits Newer technologies are truly making a huge impact on driving transformation. To realize benefits, companies' approach to adopt these technologies is critical. DataPatt... Know more