System Test Automation Engineer

Auterion builds a cutting-edge operating system for autonomous robotic systems that empower a diverse range of platforms to perform surveillance, reconnaissance, inspection, mapping and logistics tasks. Our industry-leading software drives the adoption of robotic fleets and is recognized by the U.S. government as the future standard for its drone programs. 

We are looking for a System Test Automation Engineer skilled in developing automated component and integration test systems for Auterion’s software and hardware stack. You will be working closely with:

• Linux systems running on embedded hardware
• CI server infrastructure, both on-premise and in the cloud
• Custom-built test benches, providing an easy interface to hardware components
• Engaged and friendly engineers from across Auterion

Responsibilities

• Work within the Board Support team, supporting the work of hardware engineers from the software side.
• Develop quality control test frameworks to validate system health before products are sold and sent to customers.
• Improve reliability of Auterion software by optimizing existing CI/CD pipelines and implementing new ones.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and product teams to understand both internal and customer use cases.
• Improve engineering practices, processes, tools and test infrastructures.
• Experiment with test strategies, make decisions on what tools best suit our use cases and deploy them on our platforms.
• Prepare test design documents to accompany test implementations.
• Improve coverage and robustness of tests.

Qualifications and Skills

• Have demonstrated expertise in designing, implementing and maintaining end-to-end automated test software, whether fully custom-built or running on an automation platform like Jenkins CI or Github Actions.
• Have a strong understanding of object-oriented programming and experience applying it in a QA context. Experience with testing embedded systems is an added bonus.
• Are proficient in Python and at least one testing framework (e.g. PyTest). Experience with other languages/frameworks is again a bonus.
• Are familiar with containerization systems like Docker.
• Know your way around a Unix system and are comfortable using a terminal.
• Believe in improving the design, documentation and quality of test systems. 
• Can work autonomously and take ownership of your projects.
• Are a great communicator and comfortable working entirely in English, with a diverse and international team. 
• Enjoy the fast pace of startups and having your work directly used by customers, colleagues and manufacturing partners. Your decisions will help shape the future of quality control at Auterion.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours & hybrid workplace
• Stock Options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension plan 
• Car parking  
• Company car for private use (Switzerland only)
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Learning and development opportunities
• Flyday Friday - Fly a drone (1/x month)
• Regular team social
• Snacks & Drinks 

About Auterion

We are building the leading software platform for AI-powered autonomous systems for enterprise and government customers. Our team is supporting the most important missions and solving the most challenging problems.

At Auterion, we bring together the sharpest minds who love to solve the hardest problems. Join a vibrant team built on innovation, openness, and excellence, where you’ll be empowered to develop ideas, collaborate across all levels, and make an impact that matters.