Automation Operations Engineer

EPAM Systems; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (H)

HSA

FSA (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Comms

Disability Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

LinkedIn Learning Access

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking an Automation Operations Engineer in Cupertino to deploy, maintain, and execute hardware test fixtures for cutting-edge consumer electronics. You will work with world-class experts in a fast-paced environment, ensuring reliable test infrastructure and insightful data reporting.

You should bring a Bachelor’s in a relevant field and strong Python-based automation skills, plus experience with hardware fixtures and macOS environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in Computer/Software Engineering.
• Experience with Python-based test automation, scripting, and debugging.
• Experience deploying automated hardware test fixtures and related tooling.
• Familiarity with infrastructure/configuration management (Ansible, Puppet).
• Proficient shell scripting, networking, and macOS management.

Responsibilities

• Fixture and device setup for automation testing and DUT configuration.
• Handle hardware modification and secure handling of prototype hardware.
• Support test infrastructure, agent staging, updates, and smoke tests.
• Run experiments, monitor builds, and ensure test results are valid.
• Develop and update documentation including procedures and guides.
• Maintain a clean and organized lab space and manage test devices.
• Coordinate prototype device pickup/ship within 48 hours and deploy to test areas promptly.
• Identify improvement opportunities to minimize fixture downtime.

Skills

Python-based test automation

Scripting & debugging

Hardware test fixtures deployment

Shell scripting

macOS administration

Cross-functional communication

Problem solving in fast-paced env

Enthusiasm for hardware testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer/Software Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Ansible

Puppet

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Automation Operations Engineer to join our team in the heart of Silicon Valley, working directly with world-class experts and technologies at a world-famous, public California-based multinational technology leader. In this role, you will be responsible for deploying, maintaining, and executing hardware test fixtures in our Cupertino lab—contributing directly to cutting-edge consumer electronics products and services used by billions of people every day.

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Responsibilities

• Fixture & Device Setup: Set up, deploy, and maintain test devices and fixtures for automation testing, including mechanical setup and device-under-test (DUT) configuration as instructed by the engineering team
• Hardware Handling & Modification: Build models, disassemble, modify, and re-assemble systems; handle prototype and development hardware with strict adherence to security and handling protocols
• Infrastructure Support: Work alongside engineers to bring up and maintain test infrastructure, taking responsibility for agent staging, updates, and smoke testing
• Execution & Monitoring: Run experiments defined by staff engineers, start tests on daily software builds, and monitor them for success
• Debugging & Troubleshooting: Perform failure recovery, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis when automation or hardware test setups fail
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Perform basic analysis of test data validity, create test reports, summaries, and dashboards, and provide daily/weekly status updates with clear timelines and deliverables
• Documentation: Develop and update associated documentation, including assembly/disassembly procedures and agent update guides
• Lab Management: Maintain a clean, organized, and well-managed lab space, ensuring equipment and devices are properly accounted for and maintained
• Logistics & Transportation: Handle prototype device pickup within 48 hours of availability, deploy new prototype devices to test areas within 48 hours of pickup, and transport devices between distribution centers and labs (requiring travel between buildings using a personal vehicle)
• Process Improvement: Identify and propose design, process, or performance improvements to engineers to minimize test fixture downtime

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• Automation & Scripting: Familiarity with Python-based test automation; comfortable writing basic scripts, debugging small issues, and interacting with microcontrollers and I/O devices
• Hardware & Fixtures: Experience deploying automated fixtures, including mechanical setup
• Infrastructure & Systems: Experience with infrastructure and configuration management systems (e.g., Ansible, Puppet)
• OS & Networking: Solid experience with shell scripting, networking, and managing macOS systems
• Soft Skills & Adaptability: Self-sufficient problem solver with excellent debugging skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-location teams
• Interest: A strong interest and enthusiasm for hardware testing

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Python test frameworks and test development
• Familiarity with Apple products and ecosystem
• Experience with 3D printing, soldering, and similar tools
• Experience working with robotic test fixtures
• Prior professional experience in hardware (HW) testing

We offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
• Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAM (https://www.youtube.com/embed/NU_mnNITn2o?si=IiCxyQ4sr1YJWxDG)

This posting includes a good faith range of the salary EPAM would reasonably expect to pay the selected candidate. The range provided reflects base salary only. Individual compensation offers within the range are based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to: geographic location, experience, credentials, education, training; the demand for the role; and overall business and labor market considerations. Most candidates are hired at a salary within the range disclosed. Salary range: $120,000 - $150,000. In addition, the details highlighted in this job posting above are a general description of all other expected benefits and compensation for the position.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

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Applicants and Employees in Unincorporated Los Angeles County: The Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance (LAFCO) requires employers conducting criminal history checks for applicants or employees to state the job duties for which certain criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship. For this position, these job duties include: engaging with clients, employees, and other third-parties (including the general public); accessing company and client information, IT systems and infrastructure, assets, property, and products, including proprietary coding, programs, applications, and data; and appropriately handling such information, including company and client confidential and personal information. For this reason, certain criminal history may result in the withdrawal of a condition offer of employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the LAFCO and the California Fair Chance Act.

EPAM welcomes all applicants and will consider qualified candidates with criminal history such as arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent applicable law, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.

EPAM Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We recognize the value of diversity and inclusion in creating success for our customers, business partners, shareholders, employees and communities. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, developing and promoting employees without discrimination. As a global employer, this commitment includes complying with all laws in the countries in which we operate. Nevertheless, we believe equal employment practices should not be limited to what the law requires. Equal opportunity and inclusion are essential to motivate, empower and recognize the best in everyone.

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