Automation Test Engineer

at  ThunderSoft

We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in test automation, software development, and testing frameworks, with a focus on delivering high-quality, reliable systems. This role involves creating test frameworks from scratch, working on firmware, and contributing to low-level development.

Responsibilities:

• Test Automation Framework Development:
• Design, develop, and maintain test automation frameworks from scratch.
• Modify and enhance existing automation frameworks to meet project requirements.
• Manual and Automated Testing:
• Perform manual testing to identify and document software issues.
• Transition manual test cases into automated scripts for efficient testing.
• Firmware Testing and Development:
• Test and validate firmware, ensuring functionality and performance.
• Work on low-level development tasks and troubleshoot memory-related issues.
• Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD):
• Develop and maintain Jenkins pipelines for automated builds and testing.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth integration of automation into the CI/CD workflow.
• API and Backend Testing:
• Test and validate RESTful APIs for functionality and performance.
• Work with development teams to resolve backend issues and optimize API performance.
• Tool and Framework Expertise:
• Use the Robot Framework for test automation.
• Debug and solve complex memory and system-level issues.

REQUIREMENTS:

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Python for scripting and automation.
• Hands-on experience with Java or JavaScript.
• Familiarity with C or C++ for low-level development tasks.
• Strong understanding of Jenkins and pipeline creation.
• Experience with the Robot Framework or similar test automation tools.
• Deep understanding of RESTful APIs and backend systems.

Testing Expertise:

• Proven experience in manual testing and transitioning to automation.
• Ability to create and understand test cases, frameworks, and testing methodologies.

Firmware and Memory Management:

• Experience in firmware development and validation.
• Ability to debug and resolve memory management issues effectively

General:

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with low-level programming and embedded systems.
• Familiarity with performance testing and debugging tools.
• Knowledge of Agile and DevOps practices.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $87,084.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Python: 5 years (required)
• Test automation: 8 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bradford, O

• Test Automation Framework Development:
• Design, develop, and maintain test automation frameworks from scratch.
• Modify and enhance existing automation frameworks to meet project requirements.
• Manual and Automated Testing:
• Perform manual testing to identify and document software issues.
• Transition manual test cases into automated scripts for efficient testing.
• Firmware Testing and Development:
• Test and validate firmware, ensuring functionality and performance.
• Work on low-level development tasks and troubleshoot memory-related issues.
• Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD):
• Develop and maintain Jenkins pipelines for automated builds and testing.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth integration of automation into the CI/CD workflow.
• API and Backend Testing:
• Test and validate RESTful APIs for functionality and performance.
• Work with development teams to resolve backend issues and optimize API performance.
• Tool and Framework Expertise:
• Use the Robot Framework for test automation.
• Debug and solve complex memory and system-level issues