Engineer – Automation and Test Programming

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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Engineer – Automation and Test Programming located in Chennai location.

Specialist in Python test automation for systems/software/hardware products; networking domain experience preferred.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, and the role involves:

What a typical day looks like:

• Develop, debug and Maintain Python-based test scripts for functional and system-level testing

• Perform product integrity testing for compliance and reliability against defined test plans.

• Write test plans, test cases, and test reports for validation and quality assurance.

• Troubleshoot failures through log analysis, debugging, and CLI-based investigations...

• Analyze deviations and update scripts to accommodate component changes.

• Collaborate with Product Operations, manufacturing partners, and engineering teams to implement and deploy test strategies...

• Apply statistical methods and data analytics (e.g., JMP, Python) to optimize test efficiency and drive yield improvements.

• Work closely with Operation teams to isolate issues and validate defect fixes.

• Optimize automation code for performance, reliability, and maintainability.

• Ensure timely creation and distribution of reports and dashboards to stakeholders.

• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle and monitor key performance metrics.

• Mentor team members and provide guidance to ensure effective execution of responsibilities.

• Conduct ongoing training for new and existing team members on relevant tools, technologies, and best practices.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

• 3–5 years in Python test automation for systems/software/hardware products; networking domain experience preferred.

• Strong programming knowledge: Python (mandatory)

• Familiarity in Markup Language (YAML/JSON/XML) and scripting in Linux/Unix environments

• Understanding of Design for Test (DFT) techniques and networking fundamentals (TCP/IP).

• Experience with Unit Testing frameworks such as Pytest.

• Hands-on experience with PCBA manufacturing operations, SMT technology, and automated testing systems.

• Knowledge of version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks.

• Good to have Networking certifications such as CCNA/CCNP

• Knowledge of SQL, data analytics tools, and debugging methodologies.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills

• Ability to work independently or collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Reporting & Decision-making skills.

• Interested to work in complete night shifts (7pm – 4am).

Here are a few examples of what you will get for the great work you provide:

• Health Insurance

• PTO

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Job Category

Operations

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