Test Automation Engineer

Role Summary

We are seeking an Automation Engineer with 2 to 3 years of Python development experience to design, build, and maintain our test automation framework.

In this role, you will develop infrastructure to validate the performance and reliability of our next-generation connectivity chips.

You will collaborate closely with hardware designers, system architects, and validation teams to streamline testing and accelerate time-to-market.

Responsibilities

• Framework Development: Design, scale, and optimize Python-based automation frameworks.
• Test Automation: Create robust automation scripts to validate connectivity chip functionalities.
• Equipment Integration: Driver development to control laboratory instruments and test setups.
• CI/CD Pipeline Support: Integrate automated test suites into continuous deployment workflows.
• User Support: Guide & support users working with the platform to develop and execute tests.
• Triaging & Analysis: Debug framework failures and analyze complex test automation logs.

Requirements

• Experience: 2-3 years of professional software development or test automation experience.
• Language Proficiency: Strong, production-grade Python programming skills (OOP, scripting, libraries).
• Core Concepts: Solid understanding of software design patterns and clean code principles.
• Tools: Proficiency with Git version control and CI/CD platforms like Jenkins or GitLab.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications (Advantages)

• RF Expertise: Experience with RF test equipment like spectrum analyzers and signal generators.
• Networking Knowledge: Understanding of protocols such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, TCP/IP, or L2/L3.
• Hardware Interaction: Familiarity with laboratory automation protocols like VISA, SCPI, or PyVISA.

Benefits

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier . With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

• We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.
• Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement .