Software Quality Engineer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; Aguadilla (PR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a Software Quality Engineer to advance cloud-native testing and automation for our scalable platform. You will shape QA strategy, build robust test frameworks, and partner with product, development, and operations to ensure quality across the lifecycle.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and collaboration in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment. A BS/MS in engineering or science is required and 5–8 years of hands-on QA experience is expected.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of hands-on QA experience.
• Experience designing and building test automation frameworks.
• Strong coding skills in Python; experience with Pytest and Playwright.

Responsibilities

• Design, automate, and execute system-level test cases focused on scale, reliability, security, and performance.
• Contribute to test automation strategy; evaluate and integrate new tools to improve efficiency and coverage.
• Collaborate with product, development, support, and platform engineering teams to ensure full lifecycle quality coverage.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to QA engineers and partners across teams.
• Contribute to design reviews with a QA lens to ensure testability and risk mitigation.

Skills

Test automation

Python

Playwright

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

REST/JSON

Linux

Mentoring

Education

BS/MS degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

Pytest

Git/Gitlab

Jenkins

Job description

Software Quality Engineer

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’re reimagining how cloud technology powers the world. As part of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, we develop innovative cloud platform capabilities that empower partners and customers with scalable, flexible hardware and software solutions — all delivered as a service. Join us to help build intelligent, cloud-native platforms that perform at scale — wherever the data lives. You’ll work with a high-energy team of engineers and product thinkers who value curiosity, collaboration, and impact.

Make a Mark in Cloud QA Innovation

We are looking for a Software Quality Engineer to contribute to test architecture and automation strategy for our cloud platform. This role is ideal for a senior QA professional who thrives in dynamic, complex environments and wants to shape the future of quality in cloud-native services.

What You'll Do

• Design, automate, and execute system-level test cases focused on scale, reliability, security, and performance
• Contribute to and influence the test automation strategy; evaluate and integrate new tools to improve efficiency and coverage
• Collaborate closely with product, development, support, and platform engineering teams to ensure full lifecycle quality coverage
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to QA engineers and partners across teams
• Contribute to design reviews with a QA lens to ensure testability and risk mitigation.

What You Bring

Technical Expertise 5-8 years of hands-on QA experience, including:

• Designing and building test automation frameworks
• Non-functional testing (scale, reliability, performance, security)
• Strong coding skills in Python; experience with Pytest and Playwright
• Deep understanding of: Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Microservices, Containers (Docker, Kubernetes) Infrastructure & Data Center management Linux/VM environments, Storage, Compute, Networking REST APIs, JSON, SQL/NoSQL Experience with virtualization technologies like KVM, VMware Familiarity with performance and load testing tools Exposure to cloud-native testing challenges in private cloud environments
• Leadership & Collaboration Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Excellent verbal and written communication Proven experience mentoring junior team members and driving cross-functional collaboration Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of complete SDLC and experience in software testing methodology, tools, developing test strategy, test planning and test execution. Strong automation background to be able to own automation strategy and tools required to build a test framework. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. Self-motivated with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in programming in Python & Playwright. Experience in the following areas/technologies: Docker, Containerization, Kubernetes CI/CD, Git/Gitlab, Jenkins LINUX/VM environments Pytest Python, Storage / Compute / Networking background KVM / Vmware Additional Skills: Cloud Architectures, Cross Domain Knowledge, Design Thinking, Development Fundamentals, DevOps, Distributed Computing, Microservices Fluency, Full Stack Development, Release Management, Security-First Mindset, User Experience (UX)

Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of complete SDLC and experience in software testing methodology, tools, developing test strategy, test planning and test execution. Strong automation background to be able to own automation strategy and tools required to build a test framework. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. Self-motivated with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in programming in Python & Playwright. Experience in the following areas/technologies: Docker, Containerization, Kubernetes CI/CD, Git/Gitlab, Jenkins LINUX/VM environments Pytest Python, Storage / Compute / Networking background KVM / Vmware

Additional Skills

Cloud Architectures, Cross Domain Knowledge, Design Thinking, Development Fundamentals, DevOps, Distributed Computing, Microservices Fluency, Full Stack Development, Release Management, Security-First Mindset, User Experience (UX)

Education

BS/MS degree in Science or Engineering from a recognized and accredited university/college.

Accessibility

HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here.

Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.

Accessibility HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here.

Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.

What We Can Offer You

Health & Wellbeing We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have