Python Automation Engineer

Machine Learning Technologies, LLC; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Machine Learning Technologies, LLC is seeking an experienced automation engineer to lead Python/Pytest-based testing efforts in a dynamic, hardware-adjacent environment. You will migrate Robot Framework tests, architect reusable automation components, and collaborate across CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GitLab, and Azure DevOps.

Responsibilities include optimizing hybrid Pytest/RF execution flows, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring robust, scalable test frameworks for mobility and embedded

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automation experience with strong hands-on Python + Pytest.
• Capable of performing migration activities from Robot Framework based tests to Python/Pytest equivalents.
• Architect and enhance automation frameworks using Python/Pytest.
• Experience in QNX OS & Hypervisor (Virtualization) & Cloud (AWS).
• Build wrapper layers, fixtures, utilities, and reusable automation components.
• Independently debug cross-layer automation issues involving Python, RF, and device tools.
• Practical experience with Robot Framework – keywords, resources, variables, and test structure.
• Ability to work with large keyword repositories (1000+ keywords).
• Experience with Appium/Selenium or device/UI automation.
• Strong understanding of modular test design, page-object/page-keyword patterns, and automation maintainability.
• Good understanding of Git, branching strategies, and CI/CD workflows.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in mobility, embedded, aviation, or high-volume regression environments.
• Exposure to framework migration, cross-framework interoperability, or keyword reuse models.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, electronics, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret Robot Framework keyword libraries and enable reuse within Python-based executions.
• Optimise hybrid execution flows involving both Pytest and RF assets.
• Integrate framework components with CI/CD systems (Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps).
• Mentor junior engineers and enforce automation design and coding standards.
• Nice to have skills: Hardware Interfacing (USB, Ethernet, etc.), Inflight Entertainment Systems, Multimedia Interfaces (Touch, Audio/Video)

Skills

Python

Pytest

Automation frameworks

Debugging

Git

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Robot Framework

Appium

Selenium

QNX OS

Hypervisor

AWS

Job description

• 5+ years of automation experience with strong hands-on Python + Pytest.
• Capable of performing migration activities from Robot Framework based tests to Python/Pytest equivalents.
• Architect and enhance automation frameworks usingPython/Pytest.
• Experience in QNX OS & Hypervisor(Virtualization) & Cloud (AWS)
• Build wrapper layers, fixtures, utilities, and reusable automation components.
• Independentlydebug cross-layer automation issues involving Python, RF, and device tools.
• Practical experience with Robot Framework – keywords, resources, variables, and test structure.
• Ability to work with large keyword repositories (1000+ keywords).
• Experience with Appium/Selenium or device/UI automation.
• Strong understanding of modular test design, page-object/page-keyword patterns, and automation maintainability.
• Good understanding of Git, branching strategies, and CI/CD workflows.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in mobility, embedded, aviation, or high-volume regression environments.
• Exposure to framework migration, cross-framework interoperability, or keyword reuse models.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, electronics, or similar.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret Robot Framework keyword libraries and enable reuse within Python-based executions.
• Optimise hybrid execution flows involving both Pytest and RF assets.
• Integrate framework components with CI/CD systems (Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps).
• Mentor junior engineers and enforce automation design and coding standards.
• Nice to have skills:
• Hardware Interfacing (USB, Ethernet, etc.)
• Inflight Entertainment Systems
• Multimedia Interfaces (Touch, Audio/Video)

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.