Lead - Principal Test Engineer - AI/ML Cloud Innovator 100% Remote - Living Talent

Autonomous Cloud Resource Optimization Platform– AI/ML, HPC, Kubernetes

Startup with revenue-generating clients

• Remote-first, 100% remote work environment

• Smart, fun, and low-ego team culture

• Base salary: $150-180k

• Equity participation & strong benefits package

Position: Lead SDET Engineer

Core Responsibilities:

• Architect, develop & execute comprehensive test strategies, plans & automation.

• Lead & coordinate a team of 3 junior resources (US & offshore).

• Design & develop tools & tests for complex use cases.

• Troubleshoot & analyze code in Python, Shell, and Golang.

• Provide timely status updates & effectively address issues.

• Drive & uphold high-quality standards across the development lifecycle.

• Address OS & system-level issues (e.g., bugs, log analysis).

• Work with AWS & Azure using SDKs or CLI for testing.

• Develop & test new RESTful APIs & web-based UIs.

• Engage with Kubernetes & HPC schedulers (e.g., Slurm, LSF).

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in product companies & startups is ideal

• Expertise in creating fullstack testing frameworks & developing test automation from scratch.

• 6+ years in software engineering, ideally with Linux, Go, Python, or C/C++.

• Strong experience with Docker, CI/CD, & DevOps practices.

• Familiarity with Kubernetes is preferred.

• Hands-on experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Adaptable & thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

• Creative problem solver with a proactive approach.

• B.S. or advanced degree in Computer Science or a related field is preferred.