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Job Title


Automation Engineer


Company : Ascendion


Location : Bangalore, Karnataka


Created : 2026-03-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

OverviewSeeking an SDET Lead with 5–10 years of experience to drive test strategy, lead automation initiatives, and oversee Hardware‑in‑Loop testing for complex hardware‑software systems.ResponsibilitiesLead the planning, design, and execution of automation for Windows‑based systems.Own and guide testing of printer ( Hardware‑in‑Loop) test strategy; ensure accuracy of hardware‑software validation.Mentor and guide SDETs on automation, test design, and best practices.Manage test processes using Jira and TestRail; ensure traceability and reporting.Collaborate with development, hardware, QA, and product teams to improve quality outcomes.Drive Agile practices, participate in Scrum ceremonies, and ensure high delivery standards.Troubleshoot complex system issues and provide technical solutions.Required SkillsCoordinate multi‑team plans, dependencies, and risk/issue management.Enable Agile cadences across teams (Scrum, Kanban); release planning & milestones.Drive cross‑team retrospectives; address systemic bottlenecks; standardize best practices.Ensure alignment across Product, Engineering, Design, and OpsEngineering Enablers: CI/CD, trunk‑based development, test automation, feature flagsMetrics & Observability: Cycle time, throughput, escaped defects, deployment frequency, change failure rateCollaboration: Miro/Mural for facilitation, Slack/Teams, DashboardsStrong hands‑on experience in Windows automation frameworks & scripting.Understanding of system integration testing involving hardware components.Experience in printer testing is a big plus.Expertise with Jira, TestRail, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.Ability to lead teams, conduct reviews, and make technical decisions.Solid analytical and problem‑solving skills.