{"start":0,"count":1,"data":[{"publicDescription":"Our goal is to solve problems and deliver results for our clients. At Cloud and Things, you can be a part of transforming the public sector’s IT environment. Our team is on the forefront of helping to solve the government's most complex IT challenges. If you are seeking a role that offers the opportunity to work on rewarding projects, consider a career with Cloud and Things.
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\n*This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience*
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\nJob Title: : Tester Level II
\nLocation: Albany, NY (Hybrid)
\nDuration: 28 Months (with potential for extension)
\nW2 Hourly Rate:: $50–$55/hour
\nApplication Deadline: November 11, 2026
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\nOverview:
\nWe are seeking a Tester Level II who will support our NYS client on the Integrated Eligibility System (IES) program. The consultant will build and maintain automated regression and non-functional testing solutions as part of a QA/DevSecOps shared services team. This role supports reliable software delivery through automation frameworks, API and performance testing, and collaboration with technical and business teams.
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\nDuties:
\n• Design, implement, and maintain scalable automated testing frameworks using tools such as Selenium, Katalon Studio, Playwright, or Cucumber.
\n• Create and execute automated regression and non-functional test suites and build testing automation pipelines for QA/DevSecOps shared services.
\n• Conduct API testing using tools such as SoapUI or Hoppscotch and performance/load testing using JMeter.
\n• Use Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or C# to develop and maintain test scripts and supporting utilities.
\n• Test RESTful APIs and microservices; use SQL to verify database results and prepare test data.
\n• Work within Agile/Scrum and secure software development lifecycle practices to support quality and releases.
\n• Perform other duties as assigned.
\nWork arrangement: Hybrid. Telecommuting above 50% and up to 100% remote is subject to direct manager approval and program needs. Fully remote consultants must attend monthly in-person meetings in Albany and major milestone meetings as needed.
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\nMandatory Qualifications:
\n• Level II - 4+ years of experience as a Tester.
\n• 4+ years of experience in quality assurance managing testing across multiple high-profile projects, with complex functional domains, within a matrix organization.
\n• 4+ years of experience developing and executing automated test scripts.
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\nDesirable Qualifications:
\n• 4+ years of experience in CI/CD integration: integrating automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI) to enable continuous testing.
\n• 4+ years of experience collaborating with Business Analysts to translate business requirements and user stories into comprehensive test cases and automated acceptance criteria.
\n• 4+ years of experience documenting, tracking, and managing software defects using tools such as Jira, including providing clear steps to reproduce issues.
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\nWhat We Offer:
\nOpportunities to lead impactful transformations in the public sector infrastructure.
\nEngagement with high-profile government initiatives, supporting meaningful change.
\nProfessional development through exposure to innovative Agile practices and leadership collaboration.
\nA collaborative environment that values ownership, initiative, and continuous learning.
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\nReady to make a difference?
\nWe’re eager to connect with qualified candidates committed to delivering results and fostering excellence within client projects.
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\nCloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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\nAI-Assisted Resume Evaluation Notice
\nCloud and Things – Talent Management
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\nNotice to Candidates
\nCloud and Things utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist our recruiting team in evaluating candidate applications for streamlining; consistency, efficiency, and thoroughness. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by our human recruiting professionals.
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\nHow AI Is Used
\nOur AI tools assist by:
\nAnalyzing resumes against job requirements
\nSupporting our recruiters in candidate data evaluation
\nEnsuring consistent review standards across all applications
\nImportant: AI serves as a support tool only. As noted above, all candidate selection and hiring decisions are made by experienced human recruiters. Your unedited resume will be processed by our AI tools as part of this evaluation.
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\nYour Data and Privacy
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\nCloud and Things Data Handling:
\nYour information is processed securely and used exclusively for recruitment purposes
\nCloud and Things may store your resume in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) indefinitely for future job matching opportunities
\nYou may opt out of long-term ATS storage by emailing your name and your request to opt out of storing your resume in the ATS to: security@cloudandthings.com
\nAll personal information is handled confidentially in accordance with our privacy policy
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\nAI Tool Data Processing:
\nAI processing data is retained for a maximum of 90 days, after which it is deleted
\nAll data sent to AI tools is encrypted in transit and at rest
\nAI tools comply with applicable privacy laws including GDPR and CCPA
\nPersonal data is anonymized or minimized wherever possible during AI processing
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\nYour Participation
\nBy submitting your application, you acknowledge this notice and consent to AI-assisted evaluation as part of our recruitment process. You may opt out only by choosing not to submit your resume for consideration.
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