Python Robot QA

P1-C3-TSTS

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior Automation Engineer with deep expertise in Python and Robot Framework to lead automation initiatives across complex applications. The candidate should have a strong background in designing scalable test automation architectures, integrating automation with CI / CD, and ensuring high-quality software delivery in Agile environments.

Technical Responsibilities

Framework Development & Maintenance

Architect, implement, and maintain robust automation frameworks primarily in Python and Robot Framework.

Create and maintain custom Robot Framework libraries in Python for project-specific needs.o Build reusable and modular automation components for UI, API, and DB testing.

Test Automation & Execution

Develop and maintain automated regression, smoke, and end-to-end test suites.

Implement data-driven, keyword-driven, and hybrid automation strategies.

Configure and execute automation in headless browsers and distributed environments.

CI / CD & DevOps Integration

Integrate automation suites with CI / CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, Bamboo).

Implement parallel execution, reporting, and result dashboards.

Optimize automation pipelines for speed and reliability.

Collaboration & Leadership

Partner with developers, QA, and DevOps engineers to ensure automation aligns with sprint goals.

Perform code reviews for automation scripts and enforce best practices.

Mentor junior engineers on Python scripting, Robot Framework best practices, and advanced debugging.

Required Skills & Experience

Programming : Strong expertise in Python (OOP, decorators, fixtures, file handling, API interaction).

Automation Tools : Expert in Robot Framework (keywords, variables, resource files, custom Python libraries).

Web / UI Testing : Hands-on with SeleniumLibrary, Browser / Playwright Library in Robot Framework.

API Testing : REST & SOAP automation using RequestsLibrary, RESTinstance, or custom Python modules.

CI / CD & DevOps : Strong in Jenkins pipelines, GitLab CI / CD, Docker containers for automation.

Version Control : Git (branching strategies, pull requests, merge conflict resolution).

OS & Environments : Experience across Linux, Windows, Dockerized test environments.

Agile Practices : Working in Scrum / Kanban teams with Jira, Confluence.

Nice-to-Have Skills

Familiarity with pytest and integrating it with Robot Framework.

Cloud-based test execution (AWS Device Farm, Azure Test Plans, BrowserStack, Sauce Labs).

Skills Required

Jira, Windows, Jenkins, Git, Confluence, Docker, Linux, Robot Framework, Bamboo, Python, Azure Devops