Test Automation Technical Leader - eLxr Linux

Aptiv PLC; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health, dental, and life insurance

Flexible time-off policies

Job summary

A leading global software firm is seeking a Linux Test Automation Technical Leader for their eLxr Distribution team in Austin, TX. This role centers on leading the automation strategy, offering mentorship, and collaborating with global teams. Ideal candidates should possess over 8 years of experience in software development and expertise in C and Python. Benefits include a hybrid work model, comprehensive health insurance, and flexible time-off policies. Join us to shape a safer, more connected world.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software development, verification, and validation.
• Strong programming skills in C, Python, and experience with Debian fundamentals.
• Experience developing automation frameworks or Test Manager solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of automated test strategies for eLxr.
• Drive improvements to features, tools, and automation processes.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members.

Skills

Programming in C

Python proficiency

Automation frameworks

Analytical skills

CI/CD familiarity

Education

BE/BTech or ME/MTech in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering

Tools

LAVA

PyTest

Git

Jira

Job description

Linux Test Automation Technical Leader – eLxr Distribution

Location: Austin, TX

ABOUT WIND RIVER

Wind River is a global leader in delivering software for mission-critical intelligent systems. For more than four decades, the company has been an innovator and pioneer, powering billions of systems that require the highest levels of security, safety, and reliability.

Wind River helps customers across automotive, aerospace, defense, industrial, medical, and telecommunications industries solve complex technology challenges on their journey toward the new intelligent machine economy. The company’s software powers generation after generation of the safest, most secure systems in the world. Examples include playing a key role in NASA space missions such as Artemis I, the James Webb Space Telescope, and multiple Mars rovers. We’ve achieved recent 5G milestones including the world’s first successful 5G data session with Verizon and building one of the largest Open RAN networks in the world with Vodafone.

The company has received industry recognition for its technology innovation and leadership, and for its workplace culture, including global Great Place to Work certification and being named a “Top Workplace” for ten consecutive years. If you want to be part of a unique culture where the lived experience is based on our cultural attributes of growth mindset, customer-focus, and diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging, come join us and help advance the future software defined world.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of automated test strategies and test cases for eLxr to support Wind River’s growth in new embedded and enterprise market segments.
• Drive improvements to features, tools, workflows, and automation processes.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior team members.
• Contribute ideas and solutions for product enhancements and technical iterations.
• Collaborate effectively with global software engineering teams across multiple time zones.

Required Qualifications

• BE/BTech or ME/MTech in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in software development, verification, and validation.
• Strong programming skills in C, Python (including design patterns), Go, and familiarity with Debian fundamentals.
• Experience developing automation frameworks or Test Manager solutions.
• Experience working with emulators and virtualized test environments.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and related tooling.
• Ability to create test cases from high‑level and low‑level requirements, including understanding of test input variations.
• Experience using automation frameworks and tools such as LAVA, PyTest, Git, Jira, and Linux‑based development environments.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis - without requirement for any type of visa sponsorship/transfer, now, or at any time in future. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
• Must be a local resident of Greater Austin, TX or willing to relocate.

Good to Have (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience working with AWS or other cloud environments.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• In-depth Linux knowledge, including kernel concepts and system internals.
• Experience contributing to or testing open-source projects.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and debugging skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse engineering teams.
• Clear communication and documentation skills.
• Self-driven with strong attention to detail and ownership.

BENEFITS

• Hybrid work model for workplace flexibility
• Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• RRSP matching for financial security
• Flexible time‑off policies for work-life balance
• Employee assistance program for mental well‑being
• Learning benefits, including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and seminars

Join us at Wind River, where we're not just shaping technology; we're shaping the future of a safer, more connected world. Your journey to make a meaningful impact begins here.

Wind River is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.