Python Automation Engineer

Greetings from Smart Work IT Services,

We are seeking a highly experienced Python Automation Engineer with strong expertise in Python (Pytest) , Robot Framework , and QNX (POSIX environment) . The ideal candidate will play a key role in migrating and enhancing automation frameworks while working in embedded and UI automation environments.

Job 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)