Senior QA Automation Lead (Firmware, Embedded, IOT, Python)
Job Title: Senior QA Automation Lead (Firmware, Embedded, IOT, Python)Location: Indianapolis, INDuration: Long Term contractJob Description: Overview:Looking for a candidate with over 6+ years of experience in embedded IoT systems, specifically focused on sensors. A strong background in the Python serial library is essential, along with hands-on experience in device-level embedded firmware and hardware development. with intermediate level of Black box testing experience.Job Function, Roles & Responsibilities:Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts, web, mobile, and API testinglEnsure the automation frameworks are scalable, maintainable, and reusableStay current with industry trends and best practices in automation testing and QA methodologiesPrepare test documentation - Test Plans & Test CasesExperience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Git, or similarWork closely with cross-functional teams including developers, product managers, and other QA engineers to ensure comprehensive test coverage.Participate in design and code reviews to provide a QA perspectiveAnalyze test results, identify defects, and work with development teams to resolve issues.Generate test reports and metrics to track the quality and coverage of the automation suite Technical Skills: Must have:In-depth understanding of Test Methodologies, SDLC (Waterfall, Agile), STLC, Bug Life CycleHands-on experience in different techniques of Black Box TestingHands-on experience in using various Test Management Tools and Bug Tracking Tools (e.g., TestRail, HP ALM) in test report generationExperience in Embedded firmware, hardware testing, and mobile applications, Test planning, estimation, and schedulingExperience & knowledge about Python Automation Framework & hands-on experience of Python LanguageHands-on in automation testing, with a proven track record of designing and implementing test automation frameworksStrong proficiency in programming/scripting languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, or similarExperience with automation tools and frameworks like Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, JUnit, TestNG, etc.Certification in automation testing (e.g. ISTQB Advanced Level - Test Automation Engineer)Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Expertise in Python-based developmentUnderstanding of data structures like lists, dictionaries, tuples, and setVarious programming techniques like list comprehension, list slicing, shallow & deep copy, eval/exec - regex & lambda, modules & packagesautomation of remote data processing using modules like pexpect or any such toolParsing input files like Excel, XML, HTML, CSV, etc (any one or more)OOP programming is a bonusHands-on experience & understanding of one or more Automation frameworks like Robot, GTest, PyTest, etc.Hands-on experience in custom test framework development is a plusUnderstanding of various test metrics and reportsWorking experience on LinuxCloud application, Cloud Services & APIs, Inter-cloud and could interoperability testingExperience with IoT, Thread, Azure, Nest, Apple Home Kit, etc.Continuously improve the test automation processes and frameworks Nice to have:Knowledge of the following tools: Jmeter, SoupUI / Postman, Appium, QTP, SeleniumDebugging tools: Oscilloscope, Logic analyzer, GDB, PDB, Wireshark, Ixia, Spirent, Vectorcast, GTest, Monkey runnerExperience with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner.Knowledge of BDD/TDD practices and tools like Cucumber or SpecFlow.Understanding of cloud-based testing environments and tools.Networking protocol, Devices, and application / L2-L3 testing with hands-on experience on tools like Ixia, Spirent, Wireshark, WireEdit Soft Skills:Excellent communication and Interpersonal skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsDetail-oriented with a commitment to quality and precision Educational Criteria:BE/ME/B.Tech/M. Tech – Electronics / Electronics & Communications / IT