Hardware Test Engineer

ADB SAFEGATE · India

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer with a strong background in connected device validation, IoT protocol testing, and hardware-software integration. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in building automation frameworks, managing physical lab environments, and validating embedded systems and industrial IoT solutions at scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, set up, and maintain physical device labs for automated testing of embedded systems, IoT gateways, and edge devices.
• Develop and enhance Python-based automation frameworks to orchestrate multi-device test beds, simulate high-volume data streams, and capture device telemetry.
• Execute end-to-end validation of industrial IoT solutions, including HVAC systems, building management systems, and smart infrastructure across global deployments.
• Integrate and test IoT protocols such as MQTT, BACnet, Modbus, and WiFi Direct, ensuring comprehensive command-response and data integrity checks.
• Implement automated test suites for protocol, UI, and system-level validation using tools like PyTest, Mobly, PixelPilot, Appium, and YAML.
• Build robust telemetry pipelines to collect, correlate, and analyze system logs, screenshots, and video buffers for rapid root-cause analysis.
• Orchestrate CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI) for parallel execution of automated tests across distributed device farms.
• Program robotic arm automation for endurance and deployment testing of foldable and mechanical devices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) scenarios, identify defects, and optimize system reliability.
• Maintain code quality, test coverage, and documentation for all automation frameworks and testbeds.
• Support integration testing and validation in high-reliability, safety-critical environments (e.g., oil rigs, smart buildings).

Technical Skills & Experience

• 6-8 years of experience in automation engineering, device validation, and IoT protocol testing.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Python automation frameworks (PyTest), multi-device orchestration, and testbed setup.
• Experience with industrial protocols: MQTT, BACnet, Modbus, WiFi Direct, RCS/SMS/MMS.
• Proficiency in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), device telemetry collection, and command-response validation.
• Familiarity with CI/CD platforms (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI), Linux/Ubuntu, and log analysis tools (Logcat, OCR/computer vision).
• Experience with lab and hardware automation: device farm management, HVAC/BMS systems, robotic arms, sensor simulation.
• Expertise in test automation tools: Mobly, PixelPilot, Appium, ADB, YAML, Bash.
• Background in distributed system testing, protocol analyzers, and real-world device integration.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; track record of defect identification and system optimization.
• Recognized for high-quality delivery and achieving defect-free releases in demanding environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech graduate degree in CS, Electronics etc.
• Experience with large-scale physical lab management and distributed device testing.
• Knowledge of industrial automation tools and diagnostic protocols.
• Exposure to smart building, industrial IoT, or connected device ecosystems.
• Awards or recognition for test automation and quality engineering excellence.