Senior Automotive Test Automation Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development and training

Hybrid work environment

Access to modern testing tools

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Test Automation Engineer to lead automation strategy for automotive software and hardware. You will design scalable frameworks, write automated scripts, and integrate tests into CI/CD while mentoring junior engineers.

The role requires 5+ years in automotive test automation, strong programming skills (Python/C++/Java), and experience with embedded systems and CAN/LIN protocols. Hybrid work flexibility is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in test automation engineering within the automotive industry.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or Java.
• Experience with Selenium, Appium, Jenkins, TestRail.
• Proficiency in embedded systems testing and automotive protocols (CAN, LIN).
• Understanding SDLC and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with Git and CI/CD practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for automotive software and hardware.
• Create, execute, and analyze automated test scripts across levels (unit to regression).
• Integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline with Dev teams.
• Develop test data generation and management strategies.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and report issues found during automation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Analyze results, generate reports, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Stay updated on trends in test automation and automotive testing.
• Mentor junior engineers on best practices in test automation.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

CI/CD

Git

Analytical

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Selenium

Appium

Jenkins

TestRail

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly motivated Senior Automotive Test Automation Engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves developing and implementing automated testing strategies for complex automotive software and systems. You will be responsible for designing, coding, and maintaining robust automation frameworks, ensuring the quality and reliability of our client's cutting-edge automotive products. The position requires a blend of strong technical skills in programming, excellent understanding of automotive testing methodologies, and the ability to work effectively in a team. While this role offers a hybrid work model, allowing for flexibility, significant collaboration with colleagues both in-office and remotely will be expected. You will play a critical part in accelerating the development cycle and improving the overall quality assurance process for advanced automotive applications. The ideal candidate is passionate about quality and automation within the automotive domain.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient automated test frameworks for automotive software and hardware components.
• Create, execute, and analyze automated test scripts for various testing levels, including unit, integration, system, and regression testing.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to identify test automation opportunities and integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline.
• Develop and maintain test data generation and management strategies.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues found during automated testing, providing detailed reports to the development team.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of test processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Analyse test results, generate comprehensive reports, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in test automation and automotive testing.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on test automation best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in test automation engineering, with a focus on the automotive industry.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, C++, or Java.
• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium, Jenkins, TestRail).
• Proficiency in developing automated tests for embedded systems and automotive protocols (CAN, LIN, etc.).
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working in a hybrid environment.
• Experience with requirements management tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and certifications.
• A dynamic and collaborative hybrid work environment.
• Exposure to innovative automotive technologies and projects.
• Career growth opportunities within a leading automotive company.
• Access to modern testing tools and infrastructure.