Job Description : Cloud Automation & Test Engineer
Role : Cloud Automation and Test Engineer
Objective : Enhance the quality and reliability of the HyperCompute Cluster Service (HCS) on Google Cloud by designing and implementing automation tests across APIs, end-to-end workflows, and critical user journeys.
Key Responsibilities
API Test Development
- Design and implement automated, comprehensive test suites for all HCS API actions with a focus on :
- Functional correctness
- Error handling
- Performance
- Utilize API testing tools and frameworks such as Postman, Rest Assured , or custom Python / Go frameworks.
End-to-End Validation
Develop and maintain robust End-to-End tests for critical workflows, including :New cluster creationConfiguration updatesResource deletionValidate integration points with external systems, such as job schedulers (e.g., Slurm) .User Journey Automation & CI / CD
Build and maintain automated CI / CD pipelines to validate key user experiences on the HCS platform.Contribute to the design and improvement of the overall test automation framework and strategy.Quality Assurance & Collaboration
Execute test plans, analyze results, and report defects.Collaborate closely with development teams to ensure high-quality and timely delivery.Participate in requirement reviews and provide early feedback to improve testability and overall product quality.Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science , Engineering , or a related technical field.Experience
1–5+ years of professional experience in software testing and automation, preferably in :Cloud-based servicesDistributed systemsTechnical Skills
Strong proficiency in at least one scripting / programming language : Python or Go .Proven experience in developing API automation tests .Familiarity with cloud platforms, preferably Google Cloud Platform (GCP) .Hands-on experience with CI / CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Google Cloud Build) and Git .Understanding of HPC concepts , cluster management , or job schedulers (e.g., Slurm) is a significant plus.