Full Description

Job Description New emphasis on experience doing both software and hardware testing. Please let me know if you have anyone We need folks who are strong in Python/Pytest (they will do a coding assessment with them during the interview) We will also do one with Glider.

Opportunity Overview

• Client is seeking a highly experienced Lead Test Infrastructure & Automation Engineer to accelerate the development of test automation frameworks and infrastructure for next-generation vehicle programs. This role is critical to improving test coverage and automation efficiency as the team works toward a major vehicle launch in 2027.

Requirements

Leadership & Adaptability: A strong strategic vision for test infrastructure with the ability to lead a team in building it out. They must also be a quick learner to bridge any technical gaps.

Tools & Libraries: Strong Python development skills with a deep understanding of common automotive communication protocols.

Pytest: Advanced experience with Pytest; specifically, familiarity with custom hooks, stages, and advanced configuration. Candidates who have built things recently which overlap with our qualifications. We will ask: what did you build, how does it work, what are the design tradeoffs, etc.

Desires

• Experience with Jenkins (ideally) or other CI tools.

Familiar with virtualization: ESXi/Proxmox, VM management, etc. Experience with Bazel Experience with Jama Experience with TestRail

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and expand test infrastructure to support automated testing across multiple systems.
• Develop and maintain Python-based test frameworks for executing jobs, collecting results, and generating reports.
• Integrate and manage tools such as Jenkins (for job execution) and TestRail (for reporting).
• Lead and mentor junior engineers while contributing as an individual contributor.
• Drive automation initiatives by converting manual test assets into automated workflows.
• Manage concurrent workstreams in test automation and reporting, ensuring timely delivery and quality.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to make design decisions, not just execute tasks.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce best practices, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Work closely with leadership to accelerate infrastructure development and resolve issues.

Required Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in test infrastructure and automation.
• Strong Python programming skills (mandatory; will be assessed during screening).