QA Automation Engineer (Mobile & API)

We have an urgent requirement for QA Automation Engineer (Mobile & API) is required for our banking client in Abu Dhabi, UAE

·        Design and develop mobile automation frameworks from scratch using Appium, WebdriverIO, or Maestro is MUST

·        Build and integrate API test suites is MUST

·        Strong API automation experience using Rest Assured, Playwright, or Pytest is MUST

·        Conduct performance testing using K6 or Gatling is MUST

·        Exposure to AI-powered testing is MUST

 From building intelligent, cross-platform mobile automation frameworks to driving AI-powered mobile quality at scale, you’ll help shape how we deliver seamless, secure, and high-performing mobile experiences for our customers.

About the Role

We’re seeking a hands-on QA Automation Engineer with strong experience in Appium, WebdriverIO, or Maestro, along with API automation experience using Rest Assured, or Pytest, and programming proficiency in JavaScript / TypeScript, Java, or Python.

You’ll work closely with Product, Development, DevOps, SRE, and Business teams to ensure reliable, scalable, and secure mobile applications across Android, iOS, and Huawei platforms.

Key Responsibilities

·        Design and develop mobile automation frameworks from scratch using Appium, WebdriverIO, or Maestro.

·        Build and integrate API test suites for end-to-end mobile validations using Rest Assured, Playwright, or Pytest.

·        Execute cross-platform automation on Android, iOS, and Huawei devices through cloud farms (BrowserStack / LambdaTest).

·        Implement AI-driven testing solutions – self-healing locators, visual validation, and intelligent test selection.

·        Conduct performance testing using K6 or Gatling to assess app and backend responsiveness.

·        Integrate mobile and API automation into CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or Azure DevOps) for continuous validation.

·        Collaborate with Product, Dev, DevOps, and SRE to align testing with business priorities and release readiness.

·        Create and maintain test dashboards and reports for stakeholders.

Required Skills & Experience 

·        Minimum 5+ years of QA Automation experience, with focus on mobile automation.

·        Hands-on expertise in Appium, WebdriverIO, or Maestro.

·        Strong API automation experience using Rest Assured, Playwright, or Pytest.

·        Programming proficiency in JavaScript / TypeScript, Java, or Python.

·        Should know how to test APIs using Postman or SoapUI for functional and quick validations.

·        Experience executing tests on cloud farms (BrowserStack, LambdaTest).

·        Familiarity with AI-driven testing and self-healing automation tools.

·        Proficiency in performance testing (K6 / Gatling / JMeter).

·        Knowledge of mobile security testing and OWASP Mobile Top 10.

·        Expertise in CI/CD integration using GitHub Actions and Git-based workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

·        Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline

·        Experience testing banking / financial mobile applications.

·        Exposure to AI-powered testing and visual validation tools.

·        Experience in analysing logs and metrics to identify root causes and resolve issues.

·        Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration skills.

·        Self-motivated, proactive, and ownership-driven, able to deliver with minimal supervision.

·        Exposure to security testing and standards, ensuring compliance with organizational and industry best practices.