Automation Engineer

HP•Palo Alto, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automation solutions for desktop applications to ensure high-quality, reliable software releases. The Automation Engineer will work closely with development, QA, and DevOps teams to integrate automated testing into the end-to-end software development lifecycle, with a strong focus on TestComplete-based desktop automation, modern test frameworks, and CI/CD integration. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on automation experience, solid programming fundamentals, and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
3–4 years of experience in Automation Testing
Strong hands-on experience with TestComplete for desktop application automation
Proficiency in Python and at least one object-oriented programming language
Hands-on experience with Playwright
Solid experience designing and executing test cases and test plans
Strong understanding of SDLC / STLC and software testing methodologies
Experience working with CI/CD pipelines
Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Exposure to AI-based testing tools or AI-assisted automation
Experience with automation reporting tools and dashboards
Familiarity with version control systems (Git)

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks and test scripts for desktop applications
Own and execute TestComplete-based automation for functional, regression, and integration testing
Develop automation utilities and IDE-based automation extensions to improve productivity
Design and execute test cases, test plans, and regression suites
Collaborate with developers and DevOps teams to integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines
Analyze test results, identify defects, and work with engineering teams through resolution
Ensure adequate test coverage across critical workflows and releases
Continuously improve automation reliability, maintainability, and scalability
Stay current with emerging testing tools, frameworks, and AI-assisted testing approaches

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long term/short term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Generous time off policies, including; 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
11 paid holidays
Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave