Senior Test Engineer Automated Testing

ppWe are looking for an experienced bSenior Verification Test Engineer / Test Team Lead /b to lead and execute product verification activities with a strong focus on bautomated testing, HIL test systems, test framework development, and requirements-based verification /b. /p pIn this role, you will be responsible for developing, executing, analyzing, and documenting automated verification and product tests to ensure that our products meet defined bproduct requirements, quality standards, regulatory expectations, and customer needs /b. /p pYou will combine strong hands‑on technical expertise with team coordination responsibilities, guiding a team of bfour test engineers /b and ensuring efficient planning, execution, and delivery of verification activities. /p pThe ideal candidate is an experienced verification professional who enjoys solving complex HW/SW problems, improving test efficiency and scalability, and working closely with Product Engineering, Hardware and Software Development, and other cross‑functional stakeholders. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ulliDefine, develop, execute, and document brequirements-based verification and validation activities /b throughout the product development lifecycle. /liliDevelop and maintain automated bHardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test sequences /b using bPython and Robot Framework /b. /liliDesign robust, reusable, and scalable automated test solutions to improve test coverage, efficiency, and repeatability. /liliPlan and execute automated verification campaigns and evaluate test results against defined requirements and acceptance criteria. /liliAnalyze test failures, identify trends and anomalies, and provide clear recommendations for corrective actions. /liliEnsure verification evidence and test documentation are complete, traceable, and compliant with applicable quality processes. /liliContribute to the definition and continuous improvement of test strategies, test concepts, test cases, and verification methods. /li /ul h3Test Automation Framework Development /h3 ulliDevelop, maintain, and continuously improve automated test frameworks, libraries, and test environments. /liliCreate reusable Python-based test utilities and Robot Framework components. /liliImprove test execution speed, reliability, maintainability, scalability, and diagnostic capabilities. /liliIntegrate automated testing into modern software development and verification workflows. /liliMaintain test infrastructure, interfaces, configurations, and supporting tools required for automated verification. /liliIdentify opportunities to automate manual verification activities and reduce overall test effort. /li /ul h3Root Cause Analysis Troubleshooting /h3 ulliPerform structured broot cause analysis /b of HW/SW product issues identified during verification. /liliTroubleshoot complex problems across hardware, embedded software, communication interfaces, test environments, and automation infrastructure. /liliCollaborate with development teams to reproduce, isolate, analyze, and resolve defects. /liliPerform structured data analysis of test results and system behavior to identify failure patterns and potential product risks. /liliDocument findings clearly and support defect resolution through the complete verification lifecycle. /li /ul h3Team Coordination Technical Leadership /h3 ulliCoordinate and guide the daily work of bfour test engineers /b, ensuring effective prioritization and execution of verification activities. /liliPlan verification activities, distribute tasks, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery of test results. /liliProvide technical guidance, mentoring, and support to test engineers. /liliReview test concepts, test cases, automation implementations, and verification results. /liliPromote consistent testing methods, coding standards, documentation practices, and quality processes across the team. /liliAct as a technical point of contact for verification topics within cross‑functional project teams. /liliSupport project planning, estimation, risk identification, and reporting of verification activities. /li /ul h3Cross-Functional Collaboration /h3 ulliWork closely with bProduct Engineering, Software Development, Hardware Development, Systems Engineering, Quality, and Project Management /b. /liliTranslate product and system requirements into practical and measurable verification activities. /liliParticipate in technical reviews, design reviews, defect reviews, and project planning activities. /liliCommunicate test status, risks, results, and recommendations clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. /li /ul h3Required Qualifications Experience /h3 h3Professional Experience /h3 ullib5–8+ years of professional experience /b in requirements‑based product testing, verification, validation, quality engineering, or a comparable engineering discipline. /lilib5–8+ years of hands‑on experience /b with modern software development, verification processes, and supporting tools. /liliStrong practical experience developing, maintaining, and executing bautomated HIL test sequences using Python and Robot Framework /b. /lilib5–8+ years of experience /b executing automated verification campaigns and analyzing test results. /liliProven experience performing broot cause analysis and troubleshooting of hardware‑and software‑related product issues /b. /liliExperience with structured analysis of test data, logs, measurements, and system behavior. /liliProven experience maintaining and improving bautomated test frameworks and test environments /b. /liliExperience working in cross‑functional engineering teams involving bProduct Engineering, Software Development, Hardware Development, and Verification /b. /lilib3–4+ years of experience coordinating a small technical team, acting as a technical lead, or working in a project management/coordination role /b. /li /ul h3Technical Skills /h3 ulliStrong programming experience with bPython /b. /liliStrong hands‑on experience with bRobot Framework /b. /liliGood understanding of automated test architecture, test automation principles, and verification methodologies. /liliExperience with bGit /b and modern software development workflows. /liliExperience with bREST APIs /b. /liliKnowledge of embedded communication protocols such as: /lilibModbus /b /lilibBACnet /b /liliExperience working with HIL systems, test benches, measurement equipment, simulators, or comparable automated verification environments. /liliGood understanding of software development and verification lifecycle processes. /liliExperience with bJira /b and bConfluence /b. /liliStrong proficiency with bMicrosoft Office /b, particularly Excel and documentation‑reporting tools. /liliExperience with bWindows /b environments. /liliWorking experience with bLinux /b environments. /liliKnowledge of bMATLAB/Simulink /b is considered an advantage. /li /ul h3Education /h3 ulliBachelor’s or Master’s degree in bEngineering, Applied Sciences, or a related technical discipline /b, such as: /liliElectrical Engineering /liliMechanical Engineering /liliMechatronics /liliAutomation Engineering /liliPhysics /lilior a comparable technical field. /li /ul h3Preferred Qualifications /h3 ullibISTQB Foundation Level certification /b or equivalent knowledge of structured software testing principles. /liliExperience in embedded systems or complex electromechanical products. /liliExperience with CI/CD‑based automated testing and continuous verification. /liliExperience designing scalable test architectures and reusable automation frameworks. /liliKnowledge of additional embedded communication protocols. /liliExperience with MATLAB/Simulink. /liliExperience working in regulated or quality‑critical product development environments. /li /ul h3Language Skills /h3 ullibGerman: /b Very good spoken and written communication skills (bB2–C1 or equivalent /b). /li libEnglish: /b Very good spoken and written communication skills (bB2–C1 or equivalent /b). /li 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