Manufacturing Software Python Test Developer

About the role

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Software Test Development Engineer to design, develop and support manufacturing test automation solutions for networking products and platforms. The role is hybrid, with about two days per week spent in an HPE office. The ideal candidate is a hands-on software engineer and self-starter with strong experience in test automation, object-oriented Python and Perl, Linux environments and manufacturing test processes.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, deliver and maintain manufacturing test automation frameworks, tools and scripts supporting production and test infrastructure.
• Develop robust automation solutions using object-oriented Python and Perl, focusing on simplicity, reliability, maintainability, scalability, extensibility and reuse.
• Define test requirements, develop comprehensive test coverage and improve test effectiveness and efficiency.
• Develop, deploy and maintain production test scripts and related software tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software, test, system and manufacturing production issues.
• Conduct code reviews and promote software development and test automation best practices.
• Develop and support tools for test data collection, analysis, monitoring and reporting.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) programs and collaborate with manufacturing, hardware, software, product engineering and other teams.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and drive continuous improvement of test quality and scalability.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 4 to 6+ years of professional experience in manufacturing test automation, large-scale test frameworks or related software/test infrastructure.
• Strong hands-on programming and object-oriented development experience with Python and/or Perl.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing test methodologies, production test processes and test automation.
• Excellent troubleshooting, debugging and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment, and to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

Required skills

• Object-oriented Python and Perl
• Linux environments
• Preferred: C++ or Java, SQL and relational databases, networking technologies and protocols, automated testing of networking products or embedded systems, CI/CD, NPI support, data collection dashboards and monitoring/alerting solutions

What we offer

• Benefits supporting physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
• Programs for personal and professional development.
• An inclusive workplace with flexibility to manage work and personal needs.