Specialist - Quality Assurance Backend Engineer

About the Company:

At Almosafer (part of Seera Group), we're not just part of the travel industry, we're helping shape its future.

As Saudi Arabia's leading travel company, we serve millions across every segment of the travel and tourism ecosystem.

Rooted in our name "Almosafer," meaning the traveler, we strive to make every journey seamless, personal, and purposeful. Our diverse platforms and services are built to deliver enriching experiences that reflect the spirit of Saudi Arabia and the wider region.

We're united by a bold vision:

To be the undisputed leader in travel services, fostering lasting connections and setting new benchmarks for excellence in the Kingdom and beyond.

Our team across Saudi Arabia and the wider region blends deep cultural understanding with forward-thinking innovation, shaping a new standard for travel in the region.

About the Role:

We're hiring a Backend QA Engineer to test and automate APIs, validate data, and ensure backend reliability. You'll work with developers to catch issues early, improve test coverage, and support high-quality releases.

Responsibilities:

• Design, write, and execute API test cases for RESTful services

• Build and maintain automated API test frameworks using Java (e.g., REST Assured, TestNG/JUnit)

• Test complex backend workflows, including data integrity and system integration points

• Backend data validation for SQL and non SQL DBs (Mongo db)

• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other QA engineers in Agile teams

• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines with test automation integration (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions)

• Perform regression, smoke, integration and exploratory testing of backend systems

• Log detailed, reproducible bugs and work on test coverage improvements

• Review sprint requirements and specs to ensure complete test coverage by contributing any missing details.

• Execute load and stress testing using Gatling or JMeter

• Comfortable working with AI editors and optimizing output through effective prompt design

Profile Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience in API testing

• Proficient in Java for test automation

• Hands-on with REST Assured, Postman, or similar tools

• Experience with test frameworks: TestNG / JUnit

• Knowledge of JSON/XML parsing and schema validation

• Familiarity with SQL and non relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Mongo DB)

• Understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git)

• Knowledge of performance testing metrics and tools

• Experience with Docker, Kafka, or message queues

• Agile familiar and have the ability to remote work

• Travel and Tourism experience is a plus

• Working knowledge of AI editors and the ability to craft effective prompts is a nice-to-have

Being you @ Almosafer:

At Almosafer, our teams work with purpose, clarity, and a shared commitment to doing things the right way. 

Whether you're building platforms, supporting travelers, or shaping strategy, your work connects to something bigger. Across functions and locations, we value accountability, trust, and collaboration - and we create the structure and space for you to contribute meaningfully from day one.

Here, you will find:

A purpose-led workplace where your ideas can create real impact

Ongoing learning and development to help you grow with intention

Recognition that celebrates your wins, both big and small

A community built on trust, curiosity, and shared momentum

No matter where your journey started, at Almosafer, you will find space to grow, connect, and contribute meaningfully.

About the company:

Almosafer (part of Seera Group) Saudi Arabia's Leading Travel Company

Elevating the journey for travelers from Saudi Arabia, the region & beyond, while harnessing Seera Group's 40+ years of expertise, Almosafer supports Saudi Arabia's vision as a national champion for tourism. Almosafer creates opportunities for outbound, leisure, and religious travel, whilst serving B2C and B2B customers, partners, and suppliers with state-of-the-art travel solutions, a digital-first mindset, and travel advisory.

About the Job:

We are looking for a Senior QA Frontend Engineer to join our dynamic team.

Responsibilities:

Participate in team meetings, analyze requirements & plan QA efforts

Perform testing to support the timely & quality deliveries

Identify, document and track issues during SDLC

Coordinate with development & product team for deliveries

Create & maintain test documentation for the application under test

Contribute towards creation and maintenance of automation scripts

Ensure automated tests are integrated and executed in CI/CD

Utilize automated tools to monitor applications in live environment

Implement & introduce quality processes in your team

Collaborate with internal & external stakeholders for testing needs

Profile Requirements:

5 to 10 Years of solid experience in field of Software Quality

Experience with web automation, preferably JS framework like Cypress

Automation coding skills in languages like Javascript, Java, Python

Experience of database testing

Experience for API & integration testing

Load and Performance testing experience is a plus

Hands on knowledge of ci/cd pipelines & git command line

Ability to deliver in pressure situations and handle stakeholders

Ability to understand complex systems & share feedback for improvements

Ability to independently plan, organize & execute the testing activities

Positive mindset & ability to adapt as per business needs

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related subject

Being you @ Almosafer:

At Almosafer we strongly believe in diversity and equal opportunities for all candidates. We do not discriminate based on any characteristic and follow fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Join our inclusive work environment.