Automation Engineer

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.

At Itron were building the digital foundation for the next generation of utility infrastructure. Our Resiliency Solutions business helps the worlds largest energy providers modernize how they plan build inspect and operate the networks that power communities every day. As utilities invest hundreds of billions of dollars in grid modernization storm hardening renewable integration and critical infrastructure expansion were creating the platform that connects the field the office and the enterprise in real time.

Joining our team means becoming part of Locusview Itrons fast-growing Resiliency Solutions business unit a unique environment that combines the speed innovation and entrepreneurial spirit of a technology startup with the scale resources and global reach of an industry leader. This is more than a product opportunity; its a chance to help shape a rapidly expanding platform at the center of one of the worlds largest infrastructure transformations. As we continue to expand into new markets workflows technologies and use cases the opportunities to grow innovate and make a lasting impact are virtually limitless. For ambitious builders problem-solvers and innovators there has never been a more exciting time to be part of the journey.

Position Overview:

The Automation Engineer is responsible for designing developing and maintaining automated test frameworks and scripts to ensure the quality reliability and performance of our products. The role works closely with QA developers and product managers to deliver scalable and robust test automation solutions across the system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Join one of our R&D teams and collaborate with developers to design build and test innovative solutions.

• Research design and execute test plans to ensure the quality reliability and performance of new and existing features.

• Design and implement automation architecture transitioning from end-to-end UI testing to code-level automation.

• Analyze existing R&D processes and develop automation infrastructure to improve unit testing API testing and overall test coverage.

• Design develop and execute automated functional and regression tests for software products.

• Maintain and enhance the existing automation infrastructure and automated test suites.

• Participate in design and code reviews to ensure high-quality testable software.

• Document analyze and communicate automation test results and quality metrics.

• Investigate test failures and perform root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues.

• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines by integrating maintaining and improving automated tests.

• Continuously learn new technologies and proactively expand technical and professional skills.

Requirements:

• At least 1.5 years of experience in QA Automation

• Strong hands-on experience with Java and UI automation frameworks including TypeScript (TS)

• Experience designing developing and maintaining automated tests for complex multi-layered systems using Java-based automation frameworks

• Experience with REST APIs JSON and API testing tools (e.g. Postman)

• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Jenkins)

• Familiarity with relational databases (SQL)

• Understanding of Agile software development methodologies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong time management prioritization and communication skills

Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences dont perfectly align with every requirement we encourage you to apply the end you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidates starting wage will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply please contact a recruiting representative at 1- or email .

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