Staff Engineer - Cloud Test

About the role

As a Staff Engineer – Cloud Test you will take ownership of test strategy and quality outcomes for Aviatrix cloud networking and security features. You will design and deliver comprehensive test plans, drive automation, and ensure product reliability from feature design through production release.

You will work independently, lead testing efforts for complex features, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to improve system reliability, performance, and release velocity.

Position Responsibilities

• Own test strategy and quality outcomes for features from design through release
• Design and implement test plans, test designs, and automation for new and existing features
• Improve product reliability, performance, and scalability through early defect detection and risk identification
• Build and manage lab environments that simulate real customer networking deployments
• Analyze logs, triage issues, and identify root causes of defects
• Identify release blockers, evaluate quality risks, and influence release readiness decisions
• Prioritize test coverage and manage testing timelines for feature delivery
• Analyze customer-reported defects and improve test coverage and tooling
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and infrastructure teams to improve product quality
• Mentor engineers and contribute to testing best practices across the team

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in QA testing in networking/security-focused roles
• Strong understanding of network protocols, especially BGP
• Proficiency with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI)
• Expertise in Linux environments and scripting (Python, Shell)
• Experience using AI tools such as Cursor, Claude-Code
• Proficiency in coding in Golang (preferred)

Experience with

• Kubernetes and microservices architectures
• Workflow orchestration
• Database systems
• Functional testing
• Performance testing
• Stress testing
• Security testing
• Integration testing
• End-to-end testing
• API testing
• Regression testing
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience with test management tools and bug tracking systems
• Strong team player with excellent collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven track record in test automation for SaaS development
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Salary & Benefits

The US annual base salary range for this full‑time position is $173,740-$204,400 + benefits + 401(k) match + equity and is bonus eligible. The pay range is determined by the role, work location, job‑related skills, level, experience and relevant education. The range displayed is applicable only for new hires for the listed position located in the US. Your Talent Advisor can share more details regarding salary ranges, benefits, and equity for your location during the hiring process.

Benefits

US: We cover 100% of employee premiums and 88% of dependent(s) premiums for medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) match, short and long‑term disability, life/AD&D insurance, $1,000/year education reimbursement, and a flexible vacation policy.

Outside the US: We offer a comprehensive benefits package which, (subject to regional variations) could include pension, private medical for you and dependents, generous holiday allowance, life assurance, long‑term disability, annual wellbeing stipend.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Aviatrix, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not make hiring decisions 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.