Junior Test Engineer, Automation – Python

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. Create, maintain, and run automated tests .

Posted 9/22/2026contractRemote • Poland, Portugal, Bulgaria, SpainJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in automated testing, including the execution and analysis of performance tests while effectively communicating findings and collaborating with team members. Possesses foundational programming skills in Python or Scala and a solid understanding of software testing principles and QA practices.

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Automated TestingPerformance TestingPython ProgrammingHTTP/HTTPS ProtocolsAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Automated TestsPerformance MetricsLoad TestingStress TestingSpike TestingSoak TestingTest AutomationTest Results AnalysisScripting SkillsQA Practices

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilitiesProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

AWS CloudWatch

Industry Keywords

Software TestingTest AutomationPerformance MetricsAPI Status Codes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSPythonScala

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create, maintain, and run automated tests
Help investigate test failures and fix issues with automated tests
Execute pre-scripted performance tests, including Load, Stress, Spike, and Soak/Endurance tests
Record key performance metrics: latency, response times, throughput, error rates, and HTTP response codes
Monitor basic performance metrics using AWS CloudWatch
Review test results and identify anomalies and basic performance failures
Report anomalies and basic performance failures to intermediate and senior team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Up to 1.5 years of experience in software testing or test automation
Understanding of software testing principles and QA practices
Basic programming or scripting skills in Python or Scala
Basic understanding of HTTP/HTTPS protocols, headers, payloads, and API status codes
Ability to execute tests, review results, and identify issues or unexpected behavior
Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
Good communication and collaboration skills
Upper-Intermediate English level

Benefits

Comp & perks

Build hands-on experience in performance testing while growing your AQA skills
Work with complex cloud-based systems and gain exposure to performance metrics and monitoring tools such as AWS CloudWatch
Learn from experienced engineers in a collaborative, knowledge-sharing team