Job Description, Responsibilities & Requirements
About the Position
Lead QA Automation Engineer
PLVision invites an experienced Lead QA Automation Engineer with expert Python knowledge and a deep understanding of networking protocols to join us.
In this role, you will actively extend functionality for modern DPU/IPU systems based on SONiC (Software for Open Networking in the Cloud) – the most popular open-source network operating system. You will also collaborate within open-source communities and participate in developing new technologies that shape the future of computer networking.
PLVision offers an in-demand specialization in computer networking, providing a stable job and numerous opportunities for professional growth. We foster a collaborative culture with open, transparent communication, well-established processes, minimal formalities, and maximum trust. Join PLVision and secure your career growth right now!
Responsibilities
- Lead validation and test automation activities for modern DPU/IPU systems with SONiC/SAI functionality
- Own the test automation strategy, coverage roadmap, and validation approach for new product features and protocols
- Drive test architecture decisions, define best practices, and ensure scalable and maintainable automation frameworks
- Coordinate and prioritize validation efforts across releases, balancing product risks, timelines, and business needs
- Review product requirements, architecture changes, Test Plans, and Test Cases to ensure completeness and quality of the validation scope
- Lead the design and implementation of new automated tests, tools, and utilities to improve coverage, reliability, and execution speed
- Mentor and technically guide engineers in test automation, debugging, Linux networking validation, and tool development
- Oversee execution quality, test result analysis, defect investigation, and reporting to support faster root-cause analysis and issue resolution
- Collaborate closely with development, system architecture, DevOps, and program stakeholders to align validation priorities and release readiness
- Drive improvements in CI/CD validation pipelines, build/test environments, and troubleshooting processes
- Ensure the team maintains high-quality test documentation, clear reporting, and traceability between requirements, risks, and coverage
- Support continuous improvement of validation processes, engineering standards, and team effectiveness
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline
- 7+ years of commercial experience in Embedded Software Validation, Test Automation, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in a technical leadership, team lead, or senior ownership role
- Expert knowledge of Python and solid experience designing automation frameworks and test infrastructure
- Extensive experience with test strategy, test planning, risk-based validation, and coverage management
- Strong networking background (L2/L3, tunneling, routing, switching)
- Advanced hands-on experience with Linux as the primary working environment
- Experience with software and hardware traffic generators (IXIA, Scapy, etc.)
- Experience with virtualization, containerization, and Python virtual environments
- Comprehensive knowledge of test frameworks such as Pytest, PTF, or similar
- Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Jenkins, and quality gates in release workflows
- Experience with Linux network tools and low-level troubleshooting
- Ability to analyze system-level issues, guide debugging efforts, and make sound technical trade-offs
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to align engineers and stakeholders around priorities, risks, and delivery expectations
- Upper-Intermediate or higher level of technical English
Nice to Have
- Experience with open-source projects
- Experience with SAI (Switch Abstraction Interface) / SONiC (Software for Open Networking in the Cloud) validation
We Offer
- B2B contract with higher net income and full pay transparency
- Cooperation agreement with extended notice periods
- Paid continuity between projects - stable income during transitions
- Remote-first approach with Krakow office available
- Flexible schedule synced with your team and client
- 100% private healthcare coverage
- Polish Bank holidays guaranteed
About the Company
PLVision is a European networking software product development company that helps businesses unlock the full potential of open and disaggregated technologies. We deliver end-to-end, vendor-agnostic solutions, tailored to meet client’s specific use cases – enabling greater flexibility, scalability, and sustainability while ensuring cost control and predictability. Leveraging strategic partnerships with industry leaders, major hardware vendors, and membership in key open networking communities, PLVision ensures delivered software solutions remain future-ready and aligned with the latest open networking innovations, empowering clients to achieve their business goals and long-term success.