Manufacturing Software Python Test Developer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP; Aguadilla (PR); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Software Test Development Engineer to design, develop, and support manufacturing test automation solutions for networking products. The ideal candidate combines hands-on Python and Perl programming with Linux expertise and a strong background in scalable test frameworks.

The role involves building frameworks, defining coverage, tooling, and collaborating across cross-functional teams to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 4–6+ years in manufacturing test automation or related software/test infrastructure.
• Proficiency in Python and/or Perl in Linux environments.
• Experience designing and maintaining scalable automation frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deliver, and maintain manufacturing test automation frameworks, tools, and scripts supporting production and test infrastructure.
• Develop robust automation solutions using object-oriented Python and Perl.
• Architect test automation solutions with a focus on simplicity, reliability, maintainability, scalability, extensibility, and reuse.
• Define test requirements, develop comprehensive test coverage, and identify opportunities to improve test effectiveness and efficiency.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain production test scripts and related software tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software, test, system, and manufacturing production issues.
• Conduct code reviews and promote software development and test automation best practices.
• Develop and support tools for test data collection, analysis, monitoring, and reporting.

Skills

Python

Perl

Linux

Test automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in EE/CS/CE

Job description

Manufacturing Software Python Test Developer This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Who We Are:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world.

Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what's next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Software Test Development Engineer to design, develop, and support manufacturing test automation solutions for networking products and platforms.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, hands-on software engineer and self-starter with strong experience in test automation, object-oriented Python and Perl, Linux environments, and manufacturing test processes.

In this role, you will develop scalable and reliable test frameworks and automation scripts, define test requirements and coverage, support production test infrastructure, troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues, perform code reviews, and develop tools for data collection and analysis. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to enable new products and continuously improve manufacturing test capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, deliver, and maintain manufacturing test automation frameworks, tools, and scripts supporting production and test infrastructure.
• Develop robust automation solutions using object-oriented Python and Perl.
• Architect test automation solutions with a focus on simplicity, reliability, maintainability, scalability, extensibility, and reuse.
• Define test requirements, develop comprehensive test coverage, and identify opportunities to improve test effectiveness and efficiency.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain production test scripts and related software tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software, test, system, and manufacturing production issues.
• Conduct code reviews and promote software development and test automation best practices.
• Develop and support tools for test data collection, analysis, monitoring, and reporting.
• Provide automation and manufacturing test support for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, hardware, software, product engineering, and other cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready test solutions.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for test frameworks, automation solutions, tools, and production processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test quality, reliability, efficiency, and manufacturing scalability.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 4 to 6+ years of professional experience developing manufacturing test automation, large-scale test frameworks, or related software/test infrastructure.
• Strong hands-on programming and object-oriented development experience with Python and/or Perl.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing test methodologies, production test processes, and test automation.
• Strong experience working in Linux-based environments.
• Excellent troubleshooting, debugging, and root‑cause analysis skills.
• Experience designing and maintaining reliable, reusable, and scalable automation frameworks.
• Strong analytical, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility for deliverables and schedules.
• A continuous learner who actively shares technical knowledge and best practices with the broader team.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in