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QA/Test Automation Engineer

Fortaegis Technologies Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

remotefull-time
Posted Aug 17, 2026

**Role & seniority: ** QA Test Engineer (hands-on validation of integrated hardware/software system; seniority not explicitly stated)

**Stack/tools: **

  • Python, pytest (or similar test frameworks)

  • Robot Framework (nice-to-have)

  • Automated hardware control via APIs, UART, SSH, network interfaces

  • Test/reporting: dashboards and regression reports (implementation details not specified)

  • Embedded interfaces/protocols: network protocols, serial interfaces, embedded diagnostics

  • Top 3 responsibilities:

    • Design, execute, and automate tests for application/firmware/FPGA interactions on prepared systems

    • Detect regressions and validate releases before delivery to ensure product quality

    • Automate hardware interactions (e.g., relay boards, remote power switches, reset lines) and run nightly/continuous test suites

  • Must-have skills:

    • Embedded testing experience

    • Strong Python skills with pytest-style automation

    • Ability to test across API, functional, and system-level layers

    • Understanding of network protocols and serial/diagnostics (UART/embedded diagnostics)

    • Ability to automate hardware interactions (remote control/reset/power)

  • Nice-to-haves:

    • Python Institute certifications: PCET / PCAT

    • Robot Framework Certification: RFCP

  • Location & work type: Not specified in provided text.

Full Description

Job description Fortaegis is a fast-scaling, highly ambitious and cutting-edge semiconductor company. We are looking for a QA Test Engineer to validate the integrated system through manual and automated tests and ensure product quality before delivery. After hardware is prepared and software is deployed, this professional validates the full integrated system. We are looking for candidates with not only an exceptional skillset, but also an exceptional mindset, willing to go above and beyond to make our breakthrough product even better. Job requirements Experience with embedded testing. Strong Python (including pytest or similar frameworks). Ability to test at multiple layers (API, functional, system-level). Understanding of network protocols, serial interfaces, and embedded diagnostics. Ability to automate hardware interactions (relay boards, remote power switches, reset lines). Nice to have Python Institute Certifications (PCET / PCAT). Robot Framework Certification (RFCP). Job responsibilities

Key contribution

  • Designs, executes, and automates tests on the systems prepared by the integrator.
  • Detects regressions and ensures the final product meets quality expectations before release.
  • Provides feedback to all development teams (hardware, firmware, application).

Responsibilities

  • Design test plans for application, firmware, and FPGA interactions.
  • Automate tests using Python, pytest, Robot Framework, or similar.
  • Run nightly/continuous test suites on actual hardware setups.
  • Maintain dashboards and reports for regression testing.
  • Validate releases, find bugs early, and ensure stable deliveries.
  • Build automated test frameworks that interact with hardware through APIs, UART, SSH, or network interfaces.
  • Provide feedback to firmware, hardware, and application teams.
  • Additional information
  • The successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to participate in shaping the design of our groundbreaking product, contributing to the development of ultra-secure and high-performance SoC designs. They will be part of a dynamic and innovative team, working in a collaborative and challenging environment at the forefront of semiconductor technology.
Embedded testingPythonPytestAPI testingFunctional testingSystem-level testingNetwork protocolsSerial interfacesEmbedded diagnosticsHardware automationRobot FrameworkUARTSSHFPGAFirmware testingmulti-location

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