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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # QA Automation Engineer - **Company:** Computer Task Group, Inc - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $135,200.0 - $156,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), C (Programming Language), Test Suite, Build Automation, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Electronic Design Automation, Python (Programming Language), Regression Testing, Cadence Virtuoso, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Test Case, Scripting, Test Scripts, Integration Tests, Information Technology - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/qa-automation-engineer--fe9bed54-6ed7-47eb-935d-bb757812bab0 ## About the Role * Demonstrated expertise in DRC Coding using Synopsys ICValidator (ICV DRC). * Experience developing and maintaining automated QA regression suites. * Strong EDA automation, scripting, and software development skills. * Hands-on experience with: + Synopsys ICValidator + KLayout + Cadence Virtuoso + Siemens (Mentor) Calibre * Programming experience with: + Python + C/C++ + PxL (Synopsys) + SVRF (Calibre) + SKILL (Cadence) * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and debugging skills. * Ability to work independently in a collaborative remote environment. Preferred Experience * 5+ years of QA automation, software testing, or EDA automation experience. * Experience validating semiconductor PDKs and DRC rule decks. * Proven ability to build automated testing frameworks from the ground up. * Experience supporting semiconductor design and verification workflows. * Ability to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up. Education * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline. * Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required., Analysis Skills, Automation, Automation Engineering, Automation Systems, Business Solutions, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Cadence, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Continuous Integration, DRC Flows, Debugging Skills, Design Verification, Electrical Engineering, English Language, Federal Laws and Regulations, Identify Issues, Integration Testing, Legal, Mentoring, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance, Quality Metrics, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Regression Testing, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Semiconductors, Software Development, Software Testing, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Automation, Test Case, Test Harness, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Scripts, Test Suite, Writing Skills ## Description Join our client's engineering team as a QA Automation Engineer responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of semiconductor Process Design Kit (PDK) releases. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with a strong background in EDA automation, DRC rule validation, and automated regression testing who can make an immediate impact. 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