Software QA Engineer (automation – Python)

Software QA Engineer (Automation – Python)

This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Who We Are:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what's next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description:

Aruba is an HPE Company, and a leading provider of next-generation network access solutions for the mobile enterprise. Helping some of the largest companies in the world modernize their networks to meet the demands of a digital future, Aruba is redefining the "Intelligent Edge" – and creating new customer experiences across intelligent spaces and digital workspaces. Join us redefine what's next for you.

What You'll Do:

• Test, validate, and automate Web GUI and REST API functionality across the Mist Cloud platform to ensure high software quality for every release.
• Develop and maintain automated test suites for UI and API using Python-based frameworks.
• Perform staging smoke tests, production validations, and regression testing.
• Analyze Mist UI and API architecture to identify gaps and suggest improvements for better design, stability, and test coverage.
• Log, track, and manage defects and enhancements, working closely with developers to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain and update test plans to support continuous regression testing and expand automation coverage.
• Build, monitor, and maintain test environments to ensure reliable automation execution and accurate test reporting.
• Write and maintain clear technical documentation for QA and Support teams.
• Collaborate with Customer Success teams to investigate customer-reported issues, reproduce defects, and convert them into regression test cases to prevent recurrence.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Participate in team meetings during early or late hours as required to support international stakeholders.

What You Need to Bring:

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 2+ years of relevant experience in Quality Assurance or software testing.
• BE / ME / MS in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Strong proficiency in Python programming with solid programming fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with Selenium and pytest frameworks.
• Experience testing Web applications and REST APIs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good problem-solving ability with a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to clearly communicate project status, risks, and blockers.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to work in an onsite model (5 days per week).

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience in UI and API troubleshooting.
• Experience writing detailed regression test cases.
• Familiarity with Django RESTful APIs.
• Knowledge of networking technologies.
• Self-starter attitude with the ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Additional Skills:

Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Agile Scrum Development, Analytical Thinking, Bias, Coaching, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Data Controls, Design, Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Group Problem Solving, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity {+ 5 more}

What We Can Offer You:

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.