SDET / QA Automation Engineer for ELS (remote-only opportunity, location - Euro)

We are looking for a SDET / QA Automation Engineer to join our Extended Lifecycle Support team. The ideal candidate should possess more than just technical expertise; they should have an unwavering commitment to quality and a deep passion for Python. We're looking for someone who not only writes Python code but also lives and breathes it. This candidate should think in Python, excel in Python, and communicate in Python. If you are excited about pushing the boundaries of QA engineering with your Python prowess, we encourage you to apply.

ELS (Extended Lifecycle Support) is a division of TuxCare, specializing in managing end-of-life Linux distributions. ELS offers services that automate and simplify Linux operations, reducing management tasks and patch delay risks through live patching. This approach ensures security and stability without the need for complex service migrations, even in high-availability environments. 

Work is fully remote, with flexible hours, where you can plan your day and work from anywhere in the world.

More details about the project you can find on the product website TuxCare.com, about the company on Cloudlinux.com

As our SDET / QA Automation Engineer you will:

• Diagnose, isolate, and implement remedies for package failures caused by errors in our updates.
• Prepare all needed documentation sets clarifying all the aspects of the product’s environment
• Add new automated test scenarios (Python), maintain continuous test execution (Jenkins), tracking test cycles execution results, recommending corrective actions, and working with the development engineers on resolution of problems
• Maintain and modify test environment and configuration as needed, create new test environments and configurations to meet customer-based configuration or problem reproducing requirements
• Continue to expand test automation within ELS continuous integration (CI) and continuous deployment (CD) environments
• Collaborate with c and python engineers

To be successful you should have:

• You should speak Python, breathe Python, and think Python
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a similar field
• 3+ years of experience in QA Automation (experience only in UI and/or API automation isn’t relevant for us)
• 6+ years in QA
• Experience and the passion for Linux. Fluent in Linux CLI is a must!
• Strong shell scripting knowledge.
• In-depth knowledge of Python (we use 2.7 mostly) programming language is a must!
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming with Python
• Knowledge of Ansible, Docker
• Understanding of CI/CD systems, tools and approaches
• Experience in creation of Jenkins scripted/declarative pipelines
• Good understanding of DevOps principles and their relation to automation engineering
• Ability to work well with culturally diverse teams
• Proven ability to communicate well with peers and all levels of management
• Intermediate (and higher) English level
• Team player but also able to work independently using your initiative
• Happy in an agile, fast-paced environment

What's in it for you?

• A focus on professional development.
• Interesting and challenging projects.
• Fully remote work with flexible working hours, that allows you to schedule your day and work from any location worldwide.
• Paid 24 days of vacation per year, 10 days of national holidays, and unlimited sick leaves.
• Compensation for private medical insurance.
• Co-working and gym/sports reimbursement.
• Budget for education.
• The opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent.

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