Senior Automation Test Engineer- Remote

Lensa; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cloud computing services seeks a Cloud Networking Testing Automation Senior Engineer to ensure the quality and reliability of its services. This role involves designing automated test scripts, collaborating with engineering teams, and developing comprehensive test plans. If you're passionate about cloud technology and automation, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Relevant experience as an Automation Engineer in a cloud computing environment.
• Familiarity with Linux networking and expertise in TCP/IP protocols.
• Experience with test automation and scripting, particularly using Python.

Responsibilities

• Designing and maintaining automated test frameworks for cloud services.
• Collaborating with engineers to develop comprehensive test plans.
• Conducting thorough testing of networking components and applications.

Skills

Python programming

Linux-based networking

Automated testing

TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP

Containerization technologies

Education

Bachelor's diploma in Computer Science or a related field

Tools

Docker

CI/CD tools (Jenkins)

VMs

Job description

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Cloud Networking Testing Team-

Formerly Linode, and now Akamai's Connected Cloud (ACC), consists of collaborative, inclusive, and creative teams. We develop applications and services to empower our customers. Our mission is to accelerate innovation by making cloud computing simple, scalable, affordable, and accessible. We design, develop, test, and maintain products that run on our IaaS platform.

Join the Team!

You will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our cloud computing services. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated test scripts. Also, identifying, reporting, and tracking software defects to ensure the highest level of product quality.

As a Cloud Networking Testing Automation Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks and test suites for cloud computing services.
• Collaborating with engineers to understand system architecture, design, and functionality to create comprehensive test plans.
• Performing thorough testing of networking components and cloud-based applications to identify and resolve potential issues.
• Designing & developing stress tests to assess the scalability, reliability, and performance of cloud-based applications and networking components.
• Developing and executing automated tests for containerized applications using Docker and virtual machines (VMs).
• Writing clear and concise test cases, test plans, and bug reports.
  
  

Do What You Love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have relevant experience and a Bachelor's diploma in Computer Science or a related field
• Have experience as an Automation Engineer or a similar role in a cloud computing environment
• Be familiar with Linux-based networking, with expertise in TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols
• Have expertise in Python programming for test automation and scripting. Hands-on experience with the Pytest framework
• Be familiar with containerization technologies such as Docker and virtualization using VMs
• Have experience with CI/CD tools, especially Jenkins, and the ability to set up and maintain automated build and deployment pipelines
• Have the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
  
  

Build your career at Akamai

Our ability to shape digital life today relies on developing exceptional people like you. The kind that can turn impossible into possible. We’re doing everything we can to make Akamai a great place to work. A place where you can learn, grow and have a meaningful impact.

With our company moving so fast, it’s important that you’re able to build new skills, explore new roles, and try out different opportunities. There are so many different ways to build your career at Akamai, and we want to support you as much as possible. We have all kinds of development opportunities available, from programs such as GROW and Mentoring, to internal events like the APEX Expo and tools such as Linkedin Learning, all to help you expand your knowledge and experience here.

Learn more

Not sure if this job is the right match for you or want to learn more about the job before you apply? Schedule a 15-minute exploratory call with the Recruiter and they would be happy to share more details.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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