Job ID:
2975
Job Title:
AWS Cloud Migration Test Lead
Location:
Redwood City, CA
Duration:
6 Months + Extension
Hourly Rate:
Depending on Experience (DOE)
Work Authorization:
US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, L2-EAD, GC-EAD
Client:
To Be Discussed Later
Employment Type:
W-2, 1099, C2C
Role: AWS Cloud Migration Test Lead
Bill Rate: $82/hour C2C
Location: Redwood City, CA
Duration: 12+ months/ long-term
Interview Criteria: F2F
Direct Client Requirement
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Migration Test Lead to spearhead the quality assurance strategy and execution for enterprise cloud migration initiatives. In this role, you will lead end-to-end testing efforts for migrating applications and infrastructure from on-premises environments to AWS. This position requires a deep understanding of cloud architecture, strong leadership in QA processes, and the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, DevOps, and project teams to ensure successful, high-quality cloud transitions.
What You'll Be Doing:
Develop and execute comprehensive test strategies for on-prem to AWS migration initiatives (pre-migration, migration, post-migration)
Lead and mentor QA team through all testing phases; manage resource allocation and team performance
Oversee functional, integration, performance, security, and data integrity testing across AWS environments
Validate AWS native services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECS/EKS), microservices, and containerized applications
Test hybrid connectivity solutions (Direct Connect, VPN, Transit Gateway) and network migration scenarios
Manage defect lifecycle, risk mitigation, and quality metrics reporting
Collaborate with AWS architects, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless migration
Provide testing insights and risk assessments to stakeholders and senior management
Why Join Us:
Be part of a rapidly rising, global technology innovator whose platforms and services are engaged by Fortune 1000 companies and industry leaders such as Microsoft & Amazon.
Immerse yourself in a culture where creativity is celebrated and encouraged.
Engage in thrilling projects and opportunities for your professional growth.
Contribute to our quest to redefine the industry.
Competitive compensation and benefits with occasional distinctive benefits that set us apart.
Who you are:
Minimum 14 years of Application Testing and 3 plus years as Lead
Proven experience leading testing efforts in on-prem to AWS cloud migrations.
Hands-on involvement in application/data/infrastructure migration testing.
Proven experience in on-premises to AWS migration testing projects
Experience with enterprise application and large-scale datacentre migrations
Experience managing QA teams (onshore/offshore) across multiple phases of a migration project.
Developed and implemented end-to-end test strategies for complex IT transformation programs.
Designed test plans covering system integration, functional, performance, and regression testing.
Experience in defining entry/exit criteria, test coverage, and risk-based testing approaches.
Working knowledge of AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, CloudWatch, etc., as they relate to test planning and validation.
Experience with automation frameworks/tools (e.g., Selenium, Postman, JMeter, AWS CodePipeline)
Essential Skills
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management
Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under AWS migration timelines
Knowledge of automation tools such as Selenium, Playwright, RestAssured, Postman etc
Preferred
AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional)
ISTQB Advanced Level certification
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, Terraform, CDK)
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Valiant Technologies LLC
166 Geary St
San Francisco, CA 94108
Phone: (415) 935-9966
srinivasa.kandi@valianttec.com
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