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SDET / Automation Test Engineer (Python – Robot Framework) (Bloomington)

Galent, Bloomington, IL, United States


We are seeking a skilled

SDET / Automation Test Engineer

to design, build, and maintain robust automation frameworks using

Python and Robot Framework . The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with QA, Development, DevOps, and Product teams to ensure high‑quality, scalable test automation solutions across UI, API, and performance testing.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks using

Python and Robot Framework
Develop and execute automated test scripts for

web applications across multiple browsers
Implement best practices such as

Page Object Model (POM), Data‑Driven, and Hybrid frameworks
Perform

automation feasibility analysis

and identify suitable test cases for automation
Execute

API automation and validation , alongside UI automation where required
Conduct

performance testing

using tools such as

JMeter
Integrate automated test suites into

CI/CD pipelines

(e.g., Jenkins, Git)
Analyze automation failures, perform

root cause analysis , and report defects clearly
Participate in

Agile ceremonies , code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
Mentor junior automation engineers and contribute to process and quality improvements
Required Qualifications
Strong expertise in

Robot Framework , including keywords, libraries, and custom keyword development
Proficiency in

Python

for automation and framework enhancements
Hands‑on experience with

Selenium (Python)

for UI automation
Experience with

API testing , preferably using

JMeter
Knowledge of

Database validation

techniques
Experience with

Hybrid, Data‑Driven, and POM automation frameworks
Familiarity with

CI/CD tools

such as Jenkins and Git
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in

Agile / Scrum environments
Exposure to cloud‑based test execution or containerized environments
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.