Software QA Automation Engineer (part-time)

Employment: Part-time Experience level: Mid-Senior Level Job Description We are looking for a Software QA Automation Engineer to support automated testing of desktop EDA software. You will work on Go Configure™ Software Hub, a suite of desktop applications used to configure, simulate, program, and test custom chips. The product runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS and includes both GUI-based workflows and hardware-related functionality. In this role, you will write and maintain automated tests in Python using pytest and our internal automation framework. You will work closely with developers and QA engineers to investigate issues, validate fixes, improve regression coverage, and support stable product releases. This role is a good fit for an engineer who enjoys working with technically complex software and wants to contribute not only to test implementation, but also to improving test stability, maintainability, and the overall automation approach.  Review software requirements and identify areas to be covered by automated tests.  Write, maintain, and update automated tests in Python.  Run automated regression tests and analyze the results.  Investigate failed test runs and report defects.  Verify bug fixes and support release validation.  Maintain test cases, test reports, and related documentation.  Contribute to improvements in test stability, maintainability, and automation coverage.  Improve the existing internal automation framework.  Test product functionality on Windows, Linux, and macOS.  Qualifications 2+ years of experience with Python.  Experience with pytest or another Python-based test framework.  Good understanding of software testing basics, including test design, regression testing, defect reporting, and test documentation.  Experience with Git or another version control system.  Ability to analyze issues carefully and communicate findings clearly.  Intermediate English or higher for internal communication and documentation.  Good attention to the details.  Ability to learn new tools and adapt to a technical product domain.  Will be a plus  Experience with desktop application testing.  Experience with GUI test automation.  Experience testing software on Windows, Linux, or macOS.  Experience with CI tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI.  Experience with test management tools such as TestRail or TestLink.  Experience with Jira, Redmine, or similar tools.  Familiarity with Qt applications.  Familiarity with electronics, embedded systems, FPGA, semiconductor tools, or EDA software.  Experience with automation tools such as Playwright, Appium, Squish, pywinauto, WinAppDriver, or Selenium.  Additional Information Fixed-Term Contract - 6 months (with the possibility of extension afterwards).  Part-Time employment (10 or 20 work hours per week).  Work format - remote or in-office (hybrid).  Flexible working hours.  14 calendar days paid vacation.  Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier . With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future. At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives. We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process. Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us? Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our  Diversity & Inclusion Statement .