SDET - Python & Backend Testing
SDET - Python & Backend Testing
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Job Description
SDET Python & Backend Testing
Location: 100% Remote Canada
Experience: 6 Years
Role Summary
NearSource is looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) specializing in Python and backend this role you will design and execute automated tests for APIs backend services and cloud-native systems. You will play a critical part in ensuring the reliability performance and compliance of large-scale distributed environments supporting enterprise-grade data systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain automated unit and integration test suites for backend services and APIs
- Implement robust Python test code validating microservices and distributed systems
- Ensure data integrity and reliability across large-scale backend data flows
- Collaborate with engineering teams to embed automated testing within CI/CD pipelines
- Test cloud-native services deployed on AWS including Lambda API Gateway DynamoDB S3 SNS/SQS and CloudWatch
- Apply serverless testing practices using frameworks such as PyTest and Serverless
- Track and optimize test coverage to strengthen backend system reliability
Must-Have Skills
- Proficient in Python for backend test automation
- Hands-on experience writing unit and integration tests for APIs and backend systems
- Strong expertise in backend and API testing across services microservices and data flows
- Proven experience testing AWS services (Lambda API Gateway DynamoDB S3 SNS/SQS CloudWatch)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins GitLab CI GitHub Actions AWS CodePipeline)
- Ability to integrate automated tests into deployment workflows
- Advanced usage of PyTest for test execution and reporting
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Familiarity with the Serverless framework
- Broader cloud computing knowledge (AWS preferred; others transferable)
- Understanding of security and compliance testing practices
- Exposure to monitoring and logging tools (Splunk Kibana AWS CloudWatch)
Apply now or share your resume with salary expectations at . Thank you for considering a career with us! Once you submit your application our Talent Acquisition team will review your resume thoroughly. If theres a strong match well reach out to discuss your experience role details benefits compensation and next steps. While we strive for transparency we may not be able to respond to every applicant due to high volume but we genuinely appreciate your time and interest.
About NearSource: NearSource Technologies is a trusted partner for future-ready software consulting enabling Fortune 500 enterprises to accelerate digital transformation. Our global engineering teams build and deploy impactful technology for some of the worlds most admired brands working directly on long-term client initiatives.
Equal Opportunity Statement: NearSource is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race gender religion sexual orientation age disability or background. Innovation thrives when everyone feels empowered to contribute.
Employment Type
Full Time
