Control Software Test Engineer - Python

Bosch; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited in Bengaluru, India is seeking an experienced Validation & Test Automation Engineer to contribute as a Control Software Test Engineer for BESS programs. The role involves developing test specifications, automating test execution, and validating control software across SIL, HIL, and embedded environments.

The role requires strong Python-based automation using PyTest, hands-on HIL/SIL testing, and experience with real-time systems and industrial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics/Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 6 to 10 years of experience in software validation and test automation.
• Strong experience in Python-based test automation using PyTest.
• Hands-on experience in HIL/SIL testing and embedded software validation.
• Experience in control algorithm testing and model-based development environments.
• Understanding of real-time systems and industrial communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop test specifications, test plans, and validation strategies for BESS control software.
• Using Python (pytest) frameworks, validate control algorithms and embedded software developed using MATLAB/Simulink and C++.
• Design, automate, and execute SIL and HIL test cases using Python (PyTest).
• Configure and operate HIL platforms such as dSPACE, NI, Vector, or OPAL-RT.
• Validate closed-loop control systems, communication interfaces (MODBUS/MQTT), and real-time applications.
• Execute and automate UI testing.
• Integrate validation activities into CI/CD pipelines and Agile development processes.
• Utilize AI-assisted tools to improve validation efficiency and test coverage.

Skills

Python

PyTest

Linux

Docker

CI/CD

GitHub

Confluence

JIRA

Agile

BESS domain knowledge

AI-assisted testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics/Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

dSPACE

NI

Vector

OPAL-RT

Playwright

Job description

Company Description

Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited is a 100% owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, one of the world's leading global supplier of technology and services, offering end-to-end Engineering, IT and Business Solutions. With over 27,000+ associates, it’s the largest software development center of Bosch, outside Germany, indicating that it is the Technology Powerhouse of Bosch in India with a global footprint and presence in the US, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.

Job Description

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Validation & Test Automation Engineer who will contribute as a Control Software Test Engineer for our customer’s Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) programs. The role involves developing test specifications, automating test execution, and validating control software across SIL, HIL, and embedded environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop test specifications, test plans, and validation strategies for BESS control software.

• Using Python (pytest) frameworks, validate control algorithms and embedded software developed using MATLAB/Simulink and C++.

• Design, automate, and execute SIL and HIL test cases using Python (PyTest).

• Configure and operate HIL platforms such as dSPACE, NI, Vector, or OPAL-RT.

• Validate closed-loop control systems, communication interfaces (MODBUS/MQTT), and real-time applications.

• Execute and automate UI testing.

• Integrate validation activities into CI/CD pipelines and Agile development processes.

• Utilize AI-assisted tools to improve validation efficiency and test coverage.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics/Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 6 to 10 years of experience in software validation and test automation.

• Strong experience in Python-based test automation using PyTest.

• Hands-on experience in HIL/SIL testing and embedded software validation.

• Experience in control algorithm testing and model-based development environments.

• Understanding of real-time systems and industrial communication protocols.

Mandatory Skills

• Expertise in automation using Python – pytest framework

• Hands-on knowledge of Linux systems, Docker containers

• Agile way of working with global teams

• Hands-on experience working with CI-CD pipelines, Github, Confluence, JIRA

• Knowledge of BESS domain

• Effectively use AI tools to accelerate validation

Preferred Skills

• UI automation using Playwright

• Performance and scalability testing of control software

• Ansible-based deployment basics

• Power systems, renewable energy, or grid controls

• ISTQB Advanced Certification

• Experience working with global customers and distributed teams

Additional Information

Location: All positions are to work out of client location in Bangalore - office – near Metro station on Purple route.

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