Test Automation Engineer

Assa Abloy; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job description

An Amazing Career Opportunity for Test Automation Engineer

Job ID : 29411

Profile Summary :

Are you looking for a new challenge in your career? This opportunity will see you take ownership of test automation on a range of exciting products currently being developed in the physical access control space.

At HID, as part of the Physical Access Control Systems business unit, we produce cutting-edge security products. The PACS business is highly visible and one of our most significant portfolios within HID Global. The PACS products include smart cards, mobile access and identifications, software, services, and controllers for physical access control.

Who are we

HID powers the trusted identities of the world's people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively, and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,000 worldwide employees.

Check us out : and is an Innovative High-Tech Security Company!

At HID, you will work as part of a team delivering high-quality features and products to our customers. You will be involved in secure software development and have input on how best to achieve our goals.

What you would do as our Test Automation Engineer

You will be working as part of an agile firmware development team focusing on Continuous Integration and Deployment of embedded devices.

Your daily tasks may include:

1. Designing and maintaining automated tests for new and existing products.
2. Integrating hardware into the build pipelines for automated testing.
3. Helping ensure we maintain high standards of testing and release.

Upgrading the systems

As a Scrum Team Member, you will participate in Scrum activities like standup, grooming, retrospectives, and demo meetings.

You will regularly be in touch with stakeholders discussing technical aspects and requirements.

Technical Requirements :

• Development of systematic and effective test plans to ensure quality and robustness of failsafe embedded controls software.
• Strong programming skills with the ability to write test scripts using C#, Python, Groovy, Java, Bash.
• Experience with Agile Scrum development, continuous development, and continuous integration environments.
• Experience with software lifecycle management, including version control, build processes, release management, and tools like Jira.
• Demonstrated application of test automation tools and processes.
• Ability to contribute independently as well as in a (global) team environment.
• Experience with testing on embedded systems.

Desired :

• Experience with setting up CI / CD environments.
• Experience with Git and Git workflows, including tagging, branching, and integration.
• Experience with Jenkins, including creating jobs, running scheduled builds, running scheduled and ad-hoc integration tests, and integrating Jenkins with other tools.

Write specifications, test plans, and document designs.

A proactive individual demonstrates the capability to innovate, propose new ideas, show curiosity, and question the status quo.

Experience and Qualifications :

• BSc in Computer or Electrical Engineering with 3-5 years of industrial experience.
• BSc in Computer or Electrical Engineering with 1-2 years of industrial experience (also acquired in internship or co-op).

Why apply

Empowerment : You will work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome the opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don't need to check all the boxes; if you have most of the skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.

Innovation : You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing, or part-time opportunities.

Integrity : You are results-oriented, reliable, and straightforward, valuing being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

This opportunity may be open to flexible working arrangements.

HID is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make spaces safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results over titles or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their careers around their aspirations and our ambitions, supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. We encourage our colleagues to grow their roles locally, regionally, or internationally.

We value diverse and inclusive teams and different perspectives and experiences.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills :

Google Analytics, Automation, ASP.NET, Automation Testing, Electrical & Automation

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : 3-5 years

Vacancy : 1

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