Software Test Automation Engineer

Yoh Services LLC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 96,432 - 110,208; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life & Disability Insurance

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll

Referral Bonus Programs

Certification and training

Job summary

Yoh Services LLC is seeking a Software Test Automation Engineer to advance IVI software QA by building scalable automation frameworks and robust test suites. You will contribute to test strategy, ensure coverage, and drive quality through repeatable automated processes.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in QA/test automation, strong Python skills, and hands-on experience with Pytest, Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, Cypress, or Appium.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in Software Quality Assurance and Test Automation.
• Strong foundation in test design techniques, test lifecycle management, and test strategies.
• Proficiency in Python for automation scripts and utilities.
• Experience with Pytest, Appium, Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, Cypress, or Gherkin/Cucumber.

Responsibilities

• Framework Development: design, build, and maintain automated testing frameworks and scripts.
• Test Strategy & Execution: define and execute automated tests across functional, integration, and system levels.
• Scripting: write high-quality, scalable automation code in Python.
• Defect Management: document, track, and reproduce defects with logs and steps.
• Process Improvement: enhance test coverage and QA practices for quality delivery.

Skills

Python

Pytest

Appium

Selenium WebDriver

Playwright

Cypress

Gherkin/Cucumber

Test Automation Fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

Playwright

Cypress

Appium

Job description

Software Test Automation Engineer

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Software QA Automation Engineer to work onour In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) software. You will be a key driver and enabler of quality andefficiency within our software development lifecycle. You won't just be executing tests; youwill be responsible for contributing to, designing, building, and maintaining scalable androbust automation frameworks that ensure our products are reliable and high performing. You will ensure the required test coverage is in place and build it up at gaps. We are lookingfor a candidate who views quality as a continuous process and possesses strong testautomation fundamentals to elevate our software quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Framework Development: Contribute to, design, and maintain robust automated testing frameworks and test scripts for application logic and system validation.
• Test Strategy & Execution: Define, implement, and execute automated test strategies, test plans, and test suites across functional, integration, and system levels.
• Scripting: Write high-quality, clean, scalable, and maintainable automation code using Python and industry-standard testing frameworks.
• Defect Management: Identify, document, track, and isolate software defects to resolution with clear, reproducible steps and detailed logs.
• Process Improvement: Continuously refine test automation strategies, coverage, and overall QA practices to ensure high-quality software delivery.

Required Qualifications (Must Haves)

• Experience & Test Fundamentals: Minimum 3 years of professional experience in Software Quality Assurance and Test Automation, with a strong foundation in core testing methodologies, test lifecycle management, and test design techniques.
• Test Automation: Proven hands-on track record of building, maintaining, and executing automated test suites for complex software applications.
• Language: Demonstrated expertise and strong proficiency in Python for developingautomation scripts and test utilities.
• Test Automation Frameworks: Direct experience with test automation frameworks and tools specifically Pytest, Appium, Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, Cypress, or Gherkin/Cucumber.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent combination of education and professional experience).

Preferred Skills (Nice to Haves)

• Domain Experience: Background in Automotive electronics, In‑Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) systems, EV platforms, or embedded systems (Linux / Android stack).
• Communication Protocols: Familiarity with vehicle and wireless communication protocols including CAN, Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth, LIN, or UDS.
• CI/CD Integration: Experience integrating automation scripts into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or jFrog artifact management.
• Test Management & Reporting: Hands‑on experience with test case management tools (TestRail) and reporting frameworks (Allure).
• Environments & Methods: Proficiency in Linux and macOS command‑line environments, image comparison techniques for UI testing, or Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) / Software‑in‑the‑Loop (SIL) setups.
• Additional Languages & Architecture: Exposure to C, C++, Rust, Service‑Oriented Architecture (SOA), BDD/TDD methodologies, or performance and security testing.

Soft Skills

• Analytical Mindset: You enjoy breaking down complex problems to understand howto make systems stronger and more reliable.
• Communication: Ability to explain technical risks, test results, and defect details clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactivity: You don't wait for bugs to be reported; you anticipate potential points offailure early in the lifecycle

Estimated Min Rate: $70.00

Estimated Max Rate: $80.00

What’s In It for You?

We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description.

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