Role & seniority: Python Automation Engineer (mid to senior level)

Stack/tools: Python (Pytest), Robot Framework, QNX OS/Hypervisor, AWS; UI/UX automation (Appium/Selenium); CI/CD (Git, Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps)

Top 3 responsibilities

Analyze Robot Framework keyword libraries and enable reuse within Python-based executions
Optimize hybrid execution flows involving Pytest and RF assets
Integrate framework components with CI/CD systems and mentor junior engineers

Must-have skills

5+ years in automation with hands-on Python + Pytest
Experience migrating Robot Framework tests to Python/Pytest
Designing/maintaining automation frameworks; modular/test design (page-object/keyword patterns)
Experience with QNX OS, virtualization, and cloud (AWS)
Build wrappers/utilities, debugging cross-layer automation (Python, RF, device tools)
Large keyword repositories (1000+), Appium/Selenium or device/UI automation
Git, branching strategies, and CI/CD workflows

Nice-to-haves

Mobility/embedded/aviation/high-volume regression exposure
Framework migration, cross-framework interoperability, keyword reuse models
Hardware interfacing (USB/Ethernet), Inflight Entertainment systems, multimedia interfaces, fault injection, hardware simulation, GMSL/IP peripheral communication
Location & work type: Hillsboro, OR; work type not specified (on-site/publicized role)

Full Description

Greetings from Smartwork IT Services!

We are seeking for a Python Automation Engineer for one of our valuable clients in Hillsboro, OR. The ideal candidate must have strong experience in PyTest, Robot Framework, QNX, UX/UI Automation testing.

Job Title: Python Automation Engineer

Location: Hillsboro, OR

Job Description

Python (Pytest) OR Robot Framework QNX (Posix) UX/UI Automation & Testing

Required Skills

5+ years of automation experience with strong hands-on Python + Pytest. Capable of performing migration activities from Robot Framework based tests to Python/Pytest equivalents. Architect and enhance automation frameworks using Python/Pytest. Experience in QNX OS & Hypervisor (Virtualization) & Cloud (AWS) Build wrapper layers, fixtures, utilities, and reusable automation components. Independently debug cross-layer automation issues involving Python, RF, and device tools. Practical experience with Robot Framework – keywords, resources, variables, and test structure. Ability to work with large keyword repositories (1000+ keywords). Experience with Appium/Selenium or device/UI automation. Strong understanding of modular test design, page-object/page-keyword patterns, and automation maintainability. Good understanding of Git, branching strategies, and CI/CD workflows. Preferred Qualifications Experience in mobility, embedded, aviation, or high-volume regression environments. Exposure to framework migration, cross-framework interoperability, or keyword reuse models. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or similar.

Key Responsibilities

Analyse and interpret Robot Framework keyword libraries and enable reuse within Python-based executions. Optimise hybrid execution flows involving both Pytest and RF assets. Integrate framework components with CI/CD systems (Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps). Mentor junior engineers and enforce automation design and coding standards.

Nice to have skills

Hardware Interfacing (USB, Ethernet, etc.)
Inflight Entertainment Systems
Multimedia Interfaces (Touch, Audio/Video)
Fault Injection & Hardware Simulation
GMSL & IP Peripheral Communication
Scheduling & Orchestration Test