QA Automation Engineer — Appium, API & Cloud (Irvine)

Applaudo is seeking a hands-on QA Automation Engineer to build scalable automation across mobile, backend, and cloud environments from Irvine, CA. You will own end-to-end automation, including Appium mobile tests, API automation, data validation, and CI/CD integration. The role emphasizes engineering-minded QA, reusable components, and testing infrastructure, with a 6-month contractor basis and potential extension. On-site work and strong written/spoken English are required.