$65-$70 per hour
Saanichton, BC
Contract
**Description:**
We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud QA Engineer with strong test automation expertise to ensure the quality, reliability, and scalability of our cloud-based applications.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience building robust automation frameworks, and is comfortable working in modern cloud-native environments.
**Key Responsibilities:**
Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Playwright
Create and execute end-to-end (E2E), UI, API, and integration tests for cloud-based applications
Collaborate with developers, product managers, and Dev

Ops teams to ensure high-quality releases
Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Git

Hub Actions, Azure Dev

Ops, Jenkins)
Perform functional, regression, and performance testing in cloud environments
Identify defects, log detailed bugs, and work closely with engineering teams for resolution
Validate microservices, APIs, and distributed system behaviors in cloud platforms
Contribute to testing best practices, standards, and quality processes
Monitor test results and maintain test coverage and reliability metrics
**Required Qualifications:**
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3–6+ years of experience in QA/Test Automation
Strong hands-on experience with: Cypress for front-end/UI automation
Playwright for cross-browser automation
Proficiency in Java

Script/Type

Script
Experience testing cloud-based applications (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Solid understanding of:
REST APIs and API testing tools (e.g., Postman, Supertest)
Microservices architecture
Agile/Scrum methodologies
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
Familiarity with performance testing tools (e.g., k6, JMeter)




Knowledge of security testing practices
Experience with test reporting tools (Allure, Mochawesome, etc.)
Exposure to BDD frameworks (e.g., Cucumber)
Understanding of observability tools (logs, metrics, tracing)
**Key Skills:**
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and quality mindset
Effective communication and collaboration
Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment
**Nice to Have:**
Experience working with event-driven architectures
Familiarity with CI/CD quality gates and shift-left testing
Experience with cloud testing strategies (scalability, resiliency)
Individuals with power system, energy management, or good knowledge of electrical concepts and who are wanting to start a career in software testing should consider applying to this role.

You should have some IT experience to combine with your electrical background.

The position of Software & System Tester is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and professional candidate to really advance their career in software testing.

In this fast paced and demanding position you will gain skills and abilities within a highly successful company where you can experience longevity and a team orientated atmosphere.

You will not be locked into one aspect of the fundamental test process; you will have involvement and ownership throughout
**About US Tech Solutions:**
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions.

To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit
www.ustechsolutions.com .
US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
**AI Statement:**
By applying, you acknowledge that AI-assisted tools may be used during hiring.

📌 Software Tester #26-11996 (Saanichton)
🏢 US Tech Solutions
📍 Saanichton