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Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Azure QA Engineer with 8+ years of experience in cloud-based test automation, API testing, performance testing, and security testing. The ideal candidate should have expertise in Azure services, Python testing frameworks, CI/CD integration, and security testing (SQL Injection, API vulnerabilities, etc.).Key ResponsibilitiesTest Strategy & PlanningDefine, implement, and maintain test strategies for Azure-based applications and integrations.Develop and execute functional, regression, integration, security, and performance testing.Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage.Test Automation & Python TestingAutomate test cases using Python-based frameworks (pytest, unittest, Selenium, etc).Develop unit, integration, and system tests for Python-based Azure Functions and APIs.Implement mocking and stubbing techniques for Azure services in Python test frameworks.Azure Cloud & DevOps TestingValidate Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus, Event Hub, Event Grid, and APIM.Perform automated Azure Storage (Blob, Table, Queue) and Data Lake validation.Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins).Work with Azure Automation and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates).Implement quality gates using SonarQube, and other code analysis tools.API & Security TestingPerform API testing for RESTful and GraphQL APIs using Postman, RestAssured, Swagger, or PyTest.Conduct penetration testing for SQL Injection, XSS, authentication, and authorization vulnerabilities.Validate OAuth, JWT, and API Key-based authentication mechanisms in Azure APIM.Ensure data encryption and access control compliance in Azure services.Database & Data TestingConduct SQL query validation, stored procedure testing, and data integrity testing.Validate Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, and Stream Analytics data processing workflows.Perform ETL, data pipeline validation, and schema validation in Azure Data Lake and SQL Server.Performance & Load TestingExecute load, stress, and scalability tests using JMeter, k6, Azure Load Testing.Identify bottlenecks and optimize performance for Azure Event Hub, Service Bus, and Function Apps.Bug Tracking & ReportingTrack and report defects using JIRA, Azure Test Plans, or TestRail.Provide root cause analysis and defect triaging for cloud-based applications.Work with developers to resolve issues and enhance system reliability.Required Skills & ExperienceTesting & Automation Expertise8+ years of experience in manual and automated testing.✔ Strong knowledge of Python testing frameworks: pytest, unittest, Selenium.✔ Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and test automation integration.Azure Cloud & Microservices Testing✔ Experience testing Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus, Event Hub, Event Grid, and APIM.✔ Proficiency in Azure Storage (Blob, Queue, Table), Data Lake, and Stream Analytics validation.Security & API Testing✔ Expertise in SQL Injection, API security testing, authentication, and authorization validation.✔ Strong experience with Postman, RestAssured, Swagger, and OAuth/JWT-based security testing.Performance & Load Testing✔ Experience using JMeter, k6, Azure Load Testing for load and stress testing.✔ Ability to analyze performance metrics and optimize cloud applications.DevOps & Infrastructure Testing✔ Experience in SonarQube, and other static code analysis tools.✔ Hands-on experience with Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates for infrastructure testing.Nice-to-Have SkillsExperience in Chaos Engineering and Resiliency Testing for Azure applications.Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and microservices testing.Knowledge of AI/ML testing in Azure Machine Learning.Education & CertificationsBachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.Azure Certifications (e.g., AZ-400, AZ-204, AZ-104) are a plus.