Device Testing with Java and Appium

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automated test frameworks for:
• Develop and maintain custom automated test tools, harnesses, and test environments for complex systems and connected hardware
• Implement end‑to‑end automated test coverage, including functional, regression, integration, and system‑level testing
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous testing and fast feedback
• Actively support NPD programs from concept through post‑release, demonstrating urgency, ownership, and creativity
• Apply best‑in‑class quality engineering practices throughout the product development lifecycle (stage‑gate, Agile)
• Create and maintain test strategies, test plans, test cases, and test documentation aligned with product and customer requirements
• Participate in design and architecture reviews, advocating for testability, reliability, and automation
• Drive defect tracking, triage, root cause analysis, and quality risk assessment
• Clearly communicate test results, quality metrics, risks, and recommendations to engineering and cross‑functional stakeholders
• Collaborate with onsite and offshore teams to coordinate test execution and deliverables
• Work independently while also leading and mentoring team members when needed
• Mobile applications (iOS and Android)
• Web applications
• Backend services and APIs
• Firmware and edge / embedded devices

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 5–10 years of experience in software test automation within product development or high‑volume production environments
• Strong programming skills in one or more of the following:
• Hands‑on experience testing connected hardware, embedded systems, or IoT devices
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
• Experience with API testing tools such as Postman/Newman, SOAP UI
• Experience with web and mobile automation frameworks, including
• Experience with test management and automation tools such as:
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage priorities, multitask, and work with minimal supervision
• Selenium, Appium, Java‑based automation frameworks, BrowserStack or similar platforms
• Zephyr, QC/ALM, qTest, UFT, Katalon
• iOS and Android Studio environments

BONUS EXPERIENCE

• Experience with IoT device testing and automated firmware validation
• Exposure to embedded Linux or Linux‑based systems
• Experience with static analysis and code quality tools
• C / C++, Python, Golang, Groovy
• Proficiency with source control and CI/CD systems, including Git, GitHub, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI
• Experience influencing test strategy and quality processes in NPD environments