API Tester at Deloitte Consulting

Main purpose of the job

• The successful candidate will support Deloitte Consulting – Enterprise Technology and Performance Team in developing, maintaining, and optimizing the performance of MuleSoft applications. The API Tester will work closely with other development teams and customer stakeholders to ensure the delivery of robust solutions. The position will be based in our Nairobi office in Kenya.

Job Description

• Develop and execute test scenarios and/or scripts to thoroughly validate functionality and API performance.
• Ensure that all development, automation, and performance tasks are completed on schedule.
• Monitor API performance and provide metrics around API calls.
• Evaluate APIs for security and performance.
• Develop automated API tests with MUnit and groovyscript.
• Create and maintain API documentation.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose Mulesoft API-related issues.
• Analyse test results and provide timely feedback.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure successful releases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or any other related field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of testing design techniques and principles.
• Hands-on experience working with web application development and troubleshooting.
• Experience creating, executing, and maintaining test plans and test cases.
• Proficient in Linux/UNIX, shell scripting and version control tools.
• Solid understanding of JSON, REST APIs, and XML.
• Working experience with databases, such as MySQL, Oracle, and MongoDB.
• Skilled in testing, documenting, and troubleshooting APIs.
• Understanding the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

Additional Information
Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant MuleSoft certifications such as MuleSoft Certified Developer - Integration and API Associate (MCD-Integration and API Associate).
• At least two (2) years' experience working with API Integration preferably with API MuleSoft Platforms.

Behavioural competencies

• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease.
• Focus on quality and risk.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.