Automated Performance Test Engineer

Automated Performance Test Engineer

Remote- must live hear San Antonio, TX or St Louis, MO

• U.S Citizenship Required

As a Performance Tester / Test Automation professional, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing performance, load, stress, and scalability test plans and scripts. Your role will involve analyzing performance test results to identify system bottlenecks, memory leaks, and other performance issues, collaborating with development teams to report defects, and ensuring that all software meets defined performance and reliability requirements before release. Additionally, you will contribute to a multi-skilled team by participating in functional, automation, and mobile testing activities as needed, and develop and maintain automated test scripts using frameworks and languages such as Playwright, Java, Python, and Appium.

To excel in this role, you should have proven experience as a Performance Tester or in a similar role, strong proficiency in writing and automating test scripts using tools like Playwright, Java, Python, or Appium, and in-depth understanding of testing internet web services (SOAP, JSON, REST). Experience with version control systems (GitLab, GitHub) and issue-tracking software (Jira), solid understanding of Agile development methodologies, and the software development life cycle (SDLC) will also be beneficial. Furthermore, experience in a cross-functional testing environment, with exposure to automation, functional, and mobile testing, and the ability to pass a government background check are essential for success in this position.

Joining the dynamic Quality Assurance team at the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS), you will play a critical role in ensuring stable, and responsive applications and services. Your responsibilities will include testing a wide range of systems, including cloud-based services, mobile apps, and custom electronic devices. As a key member of the Agile team, you will need to be proactive, possess strong technical skills, and have experience in a cross-functional testing environment. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where continuous feedback is provided to support rapid development cycles.

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