Backend Automation Engineer

Fido empowers millions across Africa to take control of their finances with ease. As a leader in cutting-edge financial technology, Fido clears the way for building credit, securing instant loans, making smart investments, and obtaining tailored insurance. No banker’s hours, no hidden fees—just endless opportunities. 

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From city centers to rural communities, Fido is breaking barriers and creating financial freedom, providing access to innovative tools and services that foster growth and empowerment. By leveraging advanced technology, Fido is shaping a future of opportunity and financial inclusion across the continent. 

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Join the team and be a part of leading this transformative change, driving impact where it matters most.

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• Develop, maintain, and optimize automated testing frameworks for backend systems.
•  Implement and execute automated API tests for RESTful applications using Rest Assured and related tools.
• Conduct API load testing with JMeter to analyze application performance and identify bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers and product managers, to improve service quality and scalability.
• Write and maintain test scripts in Java, utilizing tools like TestNG or JUnit.
• Conduct backend testing for APIs (SOAP/REST) and troubleshoot performance issues using tools like Charles Proxy.
• Implement automated tests in CI/CD pipelines using  GitHub Actions, or similar tools.
• Utilize SQL to query databases for test validation, verifying data integrity and accuracy.
• Document and manage defects using bug tracking tools like Jira.
• Support performance testing, security testing, and continuous improvement of test automation processes.
• Ensure code quality and participate in code reviews to enhance testing efficiency and coverage.

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• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of experience in backend automation testing with a focus on API testing.
• Strong knowledge of Java, with hands-on experience in automated testing using Rest Assured and similar frameworks.
• Proficient in API testing tools like Postman, Insomnia, Swagger, and JMeter for performance testing.
• Solid understanding of the software testing lifecycle (STLC), testing methodologies, and best practices.
• Competent in SQL, with the ability to query and validate data from relational databases.
• Experience with cloud-native technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and familiarity with AWS.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD tools and integrating tests into deployment pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.).
• Familiar with bug tracking and project management tools like Jira, and test management platforms such as TestRail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative team player.

Must Have Skills

• Strong Automation Skills**: Java, Api automation, and database testing for backend automation.
• API Testing**: Hands-on experience in API automation testing using Rest Assured and solid understanding of RESTful services and object oriented programming.
• SQL**: Ability to write and run SQL queries for database validation and testing.

Advantageous Skills 

• Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or Locust.
• Hands-on experience with security testing methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with large-scale microservices architecture and cloud-native environments.
• Experience in performance tuning and optimizing backend services.
• Strong understanding of test strategies for scalability and reliability in distributed systems.

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