Firmware Tester (Python)

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Job Title: Automation Engineer

Location: Irvine, CA

Client: LTTS

Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Automation Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable automated test frameworks and scripts. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in Python-based test automation, UI automation, API testing, and CI/CD integration, with exposure to airline or transportation systems being a strong plus. This role involves close collaboration with development, DevOps, and AI teams to improve test coverage, reliability, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and reusable automated test scripts using Python, PyTest, and related frameworks.
• Automate CATP test cases across multiple airline domains including Crew, Maintenance, and Passenger systems.
• Work within existing automation architecture while adhering to established coding and quality standards.
• Integrate automated test execution into CI/CD pipelines and ensure stable, repeatable runs.
• Develop and execute UI automation tests using tools such as Appium, Applitools, Playwright, and Squish.
• Perform API testing using JMeter and Postman to validate backend services and data flows.
• Utilize Docker and virtual environments to simulate test conditions and expand test coverage.
• Execute, monitor, and troubleshoot automated tests on Linux-based systems using command-line tools.
• Collaborate with AI experts to validate, execute, and refine AI-generated test cases.
• Provide detailed test execution results, logs, and feedback to continuously improve automation quality.
• Conduct unit and integration testing for automation frameworks and scripts.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for test cases, automation frameworks, and integration points.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Python automation, PyTest, and test frameworks such as Selenium or Robot Framework.
• Hands-on experience with UI automation tools including Appium, Applitools, Playwright, and Squish.
• Experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Git, GitLab CI, or Jenkins.
• Basic working knowledge of Docker and virtualized environments.
• Proficiency with Linux command-line operations.
• Experience performing API testing using JMeter and Postman.
• Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.