The opportunityAt Hitachi Energy, we are advancing a sustainable energy future by enabling stronger, smarter, and more resilient power systems. Quality is central to how we deliver trusted digital solutions for customers worldwide. We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Test Engineer to join our Grid Automation team and help shape the quality of mission-critical software used in up-to-date energy systems.

In this senior role, you will take ownership of complex testing activities, influence quality strategy, and collaborate with global engineering teams working on advanced Grid Automation technologies. You will contribute to scalable test practices, automation maturity, CI/CD readiness, and continuous improvement while growing your expertise in a global organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence.

Your background
At least 8 years of skilled experience in quality assurance, software testing, or test engineering,



preferably in complex software product environments.
Strong knowledge of QA best practices, testing methodologies, quality processes, and risk-based testing approaches.
Hands-on experience with low-level testing, including API and integration testing, in microservices-based architectures.
Valuable understanding of microservices architecture and related testing areas, including message queues, Kubernetes, Docker, and distributed system behavior.
A collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence quality discussions across technical and cross-functional teams.
Fluency in written and spoken English.
Knowledge of Python, Robot Framework, Azure DevOps, and PostgreSQL is a strong advantage.
Experience with Jira, Helm, test automation frameworks, or CI/CD pipelines is considered an advantage.

📌 R&d Senior Software Test Engineer Idc Bengaluru (India)
🏢 Hitachi Energy
📍 India