ppN-iX is a integral software development service company that helps businesses across the globe create next-generation software products. Founded in 2002, we unite 2,400+ tech-savvy professionals across 40+ countries, working on impactful projects for industry leaders and Fortune 500 companies. Our expertise spans cloud, data, AI/ML, embedded software, IoT, and more, driving digital transformation across finance, manufacturing, telecom, healthcare, and other industries. Join N-iX and become part of a team where your ideas make a real impact. We are looking for a bLead QA Automation Architect /b to join our team and lead the transformation of automated testing for an international leader in bPassenger Information Systems /b for the public transportation industry. /ppThe client is a global provider of intelligent passenger information and transit solutions with offices across the US and Europe. Their software powers real-time communication systems for buses, trams, trains, stations, and airports worldwide. Due to years of acquisitions, the platform supports over b20 heterogeneous embedded hardware configurations /b from multiple manufacturers while maintaining a single hardware-agnostic application layer. /ppAs part of this engagement, you will play a strategic role in modernizing the client's QA automation approach. You will begin with an bon-site discovery phase in Europe /b, evaluating the existing testing landscape, aligning stakeholders across multiple engineering teams, and defining a long-term automation strategy. You will then lead the implementation of a scalable automation framework, working closely with embedded, application, and infrastructure teams. /ppThis is a unique opportunity to combine software architecture, embedded systems, automation engineering,



and technical leadership while shaping the testing strategy for a complex enterprise-scale product deployed globally. /ph3Responsibilities /h3ulliLead the initial discovery phase by analyzing the current testing ecosystem, identifying bottlenecks, and defining a long-term automation strategy. /liliDesign and implement a scalable automated testing framework for embedded Passenger Information Systems operating across multiple hardware platforms. /liliDefine a comprehensive testing strategy, including application-level testing, hardware validation, smoke testing, and regression suites. /liliBuild automated validation above the MQTT-PIS communication layer using Python, Pytest (or similar frameworks), mocks, simulators, and virtualization techniques. /liliIntegrate automated testing into Azure DevOps and Jenkins CI/CD pipelines, including Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments. /liliCollaborate closely with embedded, OS, hardware, and application engineering teams to establish clear testing boundaries and improve test reliability. /liliTroubleshoot complex embedded environments using debuggers, protocol analyzers, DAQ devices, and hardware validation tools. /liliMentor and provide technical leadership to a Senior QA Automation Engineer, establishing engineering standards, code quality practices, and automation governance. /liliPresent technical recommendations, roadmaps,



and progress updates to engineering leadership and client stakeholders. /li /ulh3Requirements /h3ulli7+ years of experience in QA Automation, Test Architecture, or Principal Quality Engineering roles. /liliProven experience designing and building automation frameworks from scratch for complex systems. /liliStrong proficiency in Python and Pytest (or equivalent automation frameworks). /liliHands-on experience with Azure DevOps and Jenkins CI/CD pipelines. /liliStrong understanding of Linux-based embedded environments. /liliExperience working with embedded communication interfaces such as UART, I2C, GPIO, MQTT, and proprietary communication protocols. /liliPractical experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing or other embedded hardware validation environments. /liliExperience using hardware debugging and validation tools such as debuggers, protocol analyzers/sniffers, DAQ devices, or emulator-based testing (e.g. QEMU). /liliExcellent system design, analytical, and troubleshooting skills. /liliStrong communication skills with experience facilitating technical workshops and collaborating with distributed engineering teams. /liliUpper-Intermediate English or higher. /li /ulh3We offer* /h3ulliFlexible working format - remote, office-based or flexible /liliA competitive salary and good compensation package /liliPersonalized career growth /liliProfessional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more) /liliActive tech communities with regular knowledge sharing /liliEducation reimbursement /liliMemorable anniversary presents /liliCorporate events and team buildings /liliOther location-specific benefits /lilinot applicable for freelancers /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Lead QA Automation Architect (embedded) (España)
🏢 N-iX
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