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FREELANCE Senior Backend QA Automation Engineer - Freelance

Toptal India

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Posted Apr 15, 2026

**Role & seniority: ** Freelance QA Engineer (API automation focus), seniority not explicitly stated

**Location & work type: ** India required, Remote; project length 3–6 months

**Stack/tools: **

  • Java

  • Java + Rest Assured (API automation/testing)

  • API test automation frameworks (custom framework development)

  • CI/CD & DevOps (preferred)

  • Kafka & microservices (preferred)

  • Other tools: Selenium, Cypress, Postman (nice-to-have)

  • Siebel CRM (or similar CRM) (plus)

**Top 3 responsibilities: **

  • Develop/maintain automated API test scripts in Java using Rest Assured

  • Design and implement API automation framework with good engineering/design practices

  • Execute tests, report results, identify defects, and collaborate with dev teams

**Must-have skills: **

  • Strong API framework development and API automation experience using Java

  • Hands-on Java Rest Assured for API test automation

  • Knowledge of test automation frameworks & best practices

  • Problem-solving ability; effective communication/collaboration

**Nice-to-haves: **

  • Experience with Siebel CRM or similar CRM platforms

  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps

  • Familiarity with Kafka and microservices

  • Experience with other automation tools (Selenium/Cypress/Postman)

  • Exposure to Agile methodologies

Full Description

Job Description

FREELANCE project

Estimated Length: 3-6 months India location required Remote role A great opportunity to work for a Top 50 company in the world.

About the Role

  • We are seeking a FREELANCE QA Engineer with a strong focus on API automation to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in Java and Java Rest Assured for API automation and API framework development. Experience with CRM systems such as Siebel CRM or other similar platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

Automation: Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Java.

API Automation: Design, implement, and execute API tests using Java Rest Assured.

Framework: Good design skills with API framework development

Test Execution & Reporting: Conduct automated testing, identify defects, and create detailed test reports.

Collaboration: Work closely with development teams to ensure seamless integration of automated tests.

Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the improvement of test automation frameworks and processes.

CRM Systems: Leverage knowledge of Siebel CRM or similar CRM platforms for testing automation.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in API framework development and API automation with Java
  • Experience with Java Rest Assured for API test automation.
  • Knowledge of Siebel CRM or other CRM systems is a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with test automation frameworks and best practices.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with development and product teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes.
  • Familiarity with Kafka and Microservices
  • Experience with other automation tools and frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, or Postman.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and collaborative team environments.
API AutomationJavaJava Rest AssuredTest AutomationCRM SystemsSiebel CRMProblem-SolvingCommunicationCI/CDDevOpsKafkaMicroservicesSeleniumCypressPostmanAgile

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