Test Automation Architect (Embedded & Connectivity Systems)

Arion Recruitment Ltd; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 549,631 - 769,484; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Test Automation Architect to shape test automation strategies for embedded and cloud-connected systems. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in test automation and proficiency in CI/CD, alongside a relevant M.Sc. degree. This position involves designing automated frameworks, ensuring comprehensive test coverage, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance quality standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in test automation or quality assurance in embedded/cloud environments.
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, or SAFe development models.
• Industry experience in automotive or IoT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop test automation frameworks for embedded and cloud-connected systems.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous deployment.
• Ensure test coverage across software layers, including embedded firmware and APIs.

Skills

Test automation

Software validation

CI/CD pipelines

Embedded test automation

Cloud-based testing

Education

M.Sc. in Computer Science

Software Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python

Jenkins

Docker

Selenium

Robot Framework

Job description

Test Automation Architect (Embedded & Connectivity Systems)

🚀 About the Role

As a Test Automation Architect, you will play a key role in shaping and implementing test automation strategies for embedded and connectivity software within Volvo Group’s next-generation connected vehicle solutions. You’ll be responsible for defining frameworks, designing automated test environments, and ensuring high software reliability in a complex, distributed system.

This role requires expertise in embedded test automation, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based testing to drive efficiency, scalability, and performance in software validation.

🛠 Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop test automation frameworks for embedded and cloud-connected systems.
• Define test strategies for functional, integration, and system testing in a connected vehicle environment.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous deployment.
• Develop and implement Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SiL) testing strategies.
• Work with cross-functional teams to define quality standards and improve testing processes.
• Ensure test coverage across software layers, including embedded firmware, middleware, APIs, and cloud services.
• Evaluate and introduce new test tools & methodologies to optimize validation processes.

📌 Required Skills & Experience

✅ Education: M.Sc. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
✅ Experience: 5+ years in test automation, software validation, or quality assurance in embedded or cloud-based environments.
✅ Technical Skills:

• Programming & Scripting: Python, Bash, Groovy, Robot Framework.
• Embedded & Connectivity Testing: HiL/SiL, CAN, MQTT, REST APIs, IoT protocols.
• Automation & CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket, Docker, Artifactory, Azure Cloud.
• Test Frameworks & Tools: Selenium, Appium, Robot Framework, PyTest, JUnit.
• Industry Experience: Automotive, IoT, or connected embedded systems background preferred.
• Methodologies: Experience with Agile, Scrum, or SAFe development models.