Sr Sdet – Aws Serverless Waterloo

Remote Role, work to be done in PST hours. Top 3 “must haves” on resume: Robust programming skills (TypeScript/JavaScript/Node.js or similar) Proven experience building automation frameworks Deep experience testing REST APIs and distributed systems Job Description: Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) Cloud-Native | Serverless | AWS Role Summary: We are hiring a Senior SDET to lead and actively execute our quality strategy within a cloud-native, serverless microservices platform on AWS — partnering closely with engineers while building and implementing scalable automation solutions hands-on. This is not a traditional QA role. You will design, build, and evolve an automation-first testing strategy across backend services, event-driven integrations, APIs, frontend (Cypress), and CI/CD pipelines — working closely with engineering teams to reduce production defects, improve integration reliability, and modernize our overall quality approach. Key Responsibilities: Redesign and enforce a scalable test strategy aligned with a healthy test pyramid Build robust API and integration automation frameworks Implement contract testing across microservices Validate serverless workflows (Lambda, event-driven flows, IAM, retries, DLQs) Integrate quality gates into CI/CD pipelines Reduce regression time and flaky test rates Mentor engineers and drive shared ownership of quality Required Experience: Robust programming skills (TypeScript/JavaScript/Node.js or similar) Proven experience building automation frameworks Deep experience testing REST APIs and distributed systems Hands-on AWS experience (Lambda, API Gateway, SQS/SNS, IAM) Experience with Cypress (or equivalent) for frontend automation CI/CD pipeline integration experience Our Fortune Technology client is ranked as one of the best companies to work with in the world. As a global leader in 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software, they foster a progressive culture, creativity, and a flexible work workplace using cutting-edge technologies. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2op1co