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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Linux Test Automation Technical Leader - **Company:** Wind River Systems, Inc. - **Location:** Austin, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Debian Linux, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Linux, Emulators, Python (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Software Engineering, Test Case, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Git, Pytest, Containerization, Information Technology, Docker - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/test-automation-technical-leader-elxr-linux--7b5f0da2-5110-4ce0-a059-befd1709f4ae ## About the Role * BE/BTech or ME/MTech in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline. * 8+ years of experience in software development, verification, and validation. * Strong programming skills in C, Python (including design patterns), Go, and familiarity with Debian fundamentals. * Experience developing automation frameworks or Test Manager solutions. * Experience working with emulators and virtualized test environments. * Strong analytical and debugging skills. * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and related tooling. * Ability to create test cases from high-level and low-level requirements, including understanding of test input variations. * Experience using automation frameworks and tools such as LAVA, PyTest, Git, Jira, and Linux-based development environments. * Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis - without requirement for any type of visa sponsorship/transfer, now, or at any time in future. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. * Must be a local resident of Greater Austin, TX or willing to relocate. Good to Have (Preferred Qualifications) * Experience working with AWS or other cloud environments. * Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. * In-depth Linux knowledge, including kernel concepts and system internals. * Experience contributing to or testing open-source projects. Soft Skills * Strong analytical and debugging skills. * Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse engineering teams. * Clear communication and documentation skills. * Self-driven with strong attention to detail and ownership., Aerospace and Defense, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Atlassian JIRA, Automation, C Programming Language, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Debian Linux, Debugging Skills, Dental Insurance, Design Patterns Programming Methodologies, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Docker, Documentation, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Emulators, Git, Kernel Programming, Leadership, Life Insurance, Linux Operating System, Machine Tool, Market Segmentation, Mentoring, Open Source, Process Improvement, Pytest, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Radio Access Network (RAN), Software Development, Software Engineering, Strategic Planning, Systems/Internals Programming, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Telecommunications Industry, Test Automation, Test Case, Test Plan/Schedule, Validation Testing, Virtualization ## Description * Lead the development of automated test strategies and test cases for eLxr to support Wind River's growth in new embedded and enterprise market segments. * Drive improvements to features, tools, workflows, and automation processes. * Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior team members. * Contribute ideas and solutions for product enhancements and technical iterations. * Collaborate effectively with global software engineering teams across multiple time zones. ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Continuous testing - run automated tests for every change!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/190-continuous-testing-run-automated-tests-for-every-change) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)