Senior Quality Assurance Engineer – Cloud Services

TP-Link Systems Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Vacation 15 days

11 paid holidays

Gym membership

Team-building events

Job summary

TP-Link Systems Inc. is seeking a Senior Cloud QA Engineer to own testing for cloud services, lead testing strategy development, and mentor junior engineers.

You will validate distributed microservices, ensure reliability at scale, and collaborate with R&D to deliver high-quality cloud Solutions. Responsibilities include designing coverage, leading testing efforts, improving CI/CD testing, and performing performance and scalability assessments across distributed back-end services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of cloud service testing or related software engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems and microservices.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with AWS or similar cloud platforms.
• Proficiency in Python or Java for automation scripting.

Responsibilities

• Act as the testing owner for cloud service projects or modules and ensure testing quality.
• Design testing strategies and test coverage based on system architecture.
• Analyze cloud service architecture to identify quality risks in microservices.
• Lead testing activities and coordinate with developers to resolve issues.
• Develop and improve cloud testing frameworks, automation tools, and CI/CD integration.
• Conduct performance, scalability, and reliability testing for distributed backend services.
• Investigate production issues, reproduce defects, and perform root cause analysis.
• Guide junior QA engineers and support their growth.
• Explore new testing methodologies to improve efficiency and quality.

Job description

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi‑Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.

We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high‑performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.

Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to help our clients achieve remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud QA Engineer to join our growing QA team. In this role, you will act as the testing owner for cloud service projects or modules, leading testing efforts and ensuring high-quality delivery for cloud systems supporting TP-Link’s networking and smart home ecosystem.

You will work closely with R&D engineers and QA teams to validate the functionality, reliability, and scalability of cloud systems. This role requires a strong understanding of cloud architectures, distributed systems, and microservices environments, as well as the ability to design effective testing strategies and mentor junior engineers.

You’ll collaborate with a passionate and creative team dedicated to enhancing product quality and user experience. Join us, fulfill your career aspirations, and create the best cloud service experiences for millions of users worldwide!

Responsibilities

• Act as the testing owner for assigned cloud service projects or modules, ensuring testing quality and delivery
• Design testing strategies and define appropriate test coverage based on system architecture and feature changes
• Analyze cloud service architecture and identify potential quality risks in microservices-based systems
• Lead the execution of testing activities and coordinate with developers to resolve complex system issues
• Develop and improve cloud testing frameworks, automation tools, and CI/CD testing integration
• Conduct performance, scalability, and reliability testing for distributed backend services
• Investigate production issues, reproduce defects, and contribute to root cause analysis
• Provide technical guidance to junior QA engineers and support their technical growth
• Continuously explore new testing methodologies and technologies to improve testing efficiency and product quality

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 5 years of experience in cloud service testing, backend system testing, or related software engineering roles
• Strong understanding of distributed systems and microservices-based cloud architectures, with the ability to understand service interactions and identify testing risks
• Experience working with containerized environments such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience working with AWS cloud services or similar cloud platforms
• Familiarity with backend technologies such as MySQL, MongoDB, Kafka, or similar middleware
• Proficiency in Python or Java for automation scripting or test tooling development
• Hands‑on experience with performance, scalability, and reliability testing
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in complex distributed systems
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across engineering teams

Additional Skills (Preferred, But Not Required)

• Experience leading testing efforts for complex projects or modules
• Experience with IoT cloud platforms or smart home ecosystems
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals and security basics
• Experience exploring or applying AI‑assisted tools to improve testing efficiency, automation, or defect analysis
• The ability to evaluate and promote practical AI adoption within QA workflows is a strong plus
• Bilingual in Mandarin and English is a plus

Benefits

Salary Range: $150,000 – $200,000

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents)
• Contributions to 401k funds
• 15 days accrued vacation
• 11 paid holidays
• Bi-annual pay increases
• Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
• Quarterly team-building events

At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth‑oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc.

We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.