Role & seniority: Python Automation Engineer, senior-level (5+ years of automation experience per requirement)

Location & work type: Hillsboro, OR; on-site or hybrid per client policy (not explicitly remote)

Stack / tools

Programming & testing: Python, Pytest, Robot Framework
OS / environment: QNX (POSIX), QNX Hypervisor, cloud (AWS)
Automation: UX/UI automation, Appium, Selenium, device/UI automation
Architecture & maintainability: modular test design, page-object/page-keyword patterns
Frameworks & infra: wrapper layers, fixtures, reusable components; CI/CD (Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps); Git
Test management: large keyword repositories (1000+ keywords)

Top 3 responsibilities

Analyse Robot Framework keyword libraries and enable reuse within Python-based tests
Optimise hybrid execution flows (Pytest + RF) and migrate tests from RF to Python/Pytest
Integrate framework components with CI/CD pipelines; mentor junior engineers; enforce standards

Must-have skills

5+ years automation with strong Python + Pytest hands-on
Experience migrating Robot Framework tests to Python/Pytest
Build/extend automation frameworks, debug cross-layer issues (Python, RF, device tools)
QNX OS & virtualization experience; AWS cloud familiarity
Appium/Selenium or device/UI automation; large keyword repositories; test design patterns; Git and CI/CD workflows

Nice-to-have

Hardware interfacing (USB, Ethernet), inflight entertainment

Full Description

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Title: Python Automation Engineer

Location: Hillsboro, OR

Job Description

All these are mandatory, at least 5+ years in each)

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