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Automation QA Engineer | High-Scale Transaction Systems

Tokyo 23 Wards Temporary ¥6,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per year Foreign Multinational View Job Description
Join a technology team focused on ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of large-scale web applications supporting real-time transaction processing. This role offers the opportunity to design and enhance automation frameworks while collaborating with global stakeholders on mission-critical systems.
  • Work on high-volume, real-time transaction platforms
  • Own automation initiatives in a global engineering team

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global technology company operating large-scale digital platforms and services. The organization invests heavily in modern architecture, automation, and engineering excellence to support high-volume transaction environments used by customers worldwide.

Job Description

  • Lead and contribute to QA activities including test planning, test analysis, execution, reporting, and defect management
  • Design, build, and maintain robust automated test frameworks and test scripts
  • Perform functional and non-functional testing for web-based applications and microservices
  • Collaborate with international engineering teams through reviews, discussions, and quality initiatives
  • Identify risks early and help prevent production incidents through comprehensive testing strategies
  • Support continuous improvement of testing processes and automation coverage
  • Participate in end-to-end testing lifecycle activities, from requirements analysis through final sign-off
  • Contribute to delivery quality across complex, high-transaction systems



The Successful Applicant

  • 4+ years of experience in functional and non-functional testing of web applications
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience testing microservices-based architectures
  • 2+ years of automation testing experience, including framework design and implementation
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities
  • Demonstrated ownership mindset and ability to learn quickly in complex environments
  • Business-level English communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with message queues and event-driven systems such as Kafka or Event Hubs
  • Familiarity with gRPC and GraphQL
  • Experience working with databases and platforms including MySQL, Redis, Elasticsearch, OpenSearch, or Cassandra
  • Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or Cucumber
  • Programming experience in Java, Python, JavaScript, or Golang
  • Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins
  • Knowledge of performance testing and monitoring tools such as Gatling and Grafana
  • ISTQB or other relevant testing certifications

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work on globally scaled, high-availability technology platforms
  • Exposure to modern testing practices, microservices, and automation technologies
  • International and collaborative working environment
  • Standard business hours with weekends and public holidays off
  • Office-based role in the Tokyo area
  • Opportunity to make a direct impact on platform quality and customer experience



Contact
Serena Wu
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7115242
Phone number
+81 3 6627 6137

Job summary

Function
IT
Specialisation
Quality Assurance
Specialisation
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Tokyo 23 Wards
Job Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Serena Wu
Consultant phone
+81 3 6627 6137
Job Reference
JN-092026-7115242
Company Type
Foreign Multinational

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.