Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer to join our energetic team. The ideal candidate will possess solid expertise in Python, a balanced background in manual and automation testing, and familiarity with industry-standard tools and hardware domains. This role requires active participation in office-based work, dedication to quality, and effective team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain automation frameworks and scripts using Python
Conduct manual and automated testing across diverse platforms (video, audio, Bluetooth, WiFi, etc.)
Collaborate with software and hardware engineering teams to define, refine, and execute test strategies
Utilize and manage test tracking and defect management tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub)
Execute end-to-end automated tests using tools such as Appium, Selenium, or similar
Troubleshoot, document, and communicate test results and defects clearly
Perform hardware integration and functional validation
Participate actively in team meetings, code reviews, and agile processes




Maintain detailed test documentation and reports

Qualifications
Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Minimum 6 years QA experience in automation and manual testing
Proficiency in Python for testing and scripting
Experience on C, C++, Javascript, Typescript will be a plus
Hands-on experience with Jira, GitHub, or comparable tools
Expertise in automation tools such as Appium, Selenium, or equivalents
Good understanding of hardware interfaces and protocols (video, audio, Bluetooth, WiFi)
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and inter-personal abilities
Self-motivated, dedicated, and able to work effectively from office

Why Join Us?

Work with cutting-edge hardware and software technologies

Cooperative and inclusive team environment

Opportunity for growth and skill development

Office-based role in a vibrant workplace

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