Automation Framework Developer

Job Description

Company: SUSE
Category: Software Development
Job Flexibility: Full time

Tags: Engineer, Software, QA, Testing, DevOps

We are looking for a developer of the Open Source test automation framework openQA which is used to test Linux distros such as openSUSE , Fedora and Debian and many more. We are looking for enthusiasts who enjoy learning new things, motivated by opportunities to improve things and enjoy working as part of a DevOps team.
What you can offer

• You want to improve automated testing of the whole operating system
• You know your way around a modern Linux distribution
• You like to work with and contribute to Open Source projects
• You know object-oriented programming languages like Python or Javascript
• You enjoy coming up with new ideas and trying new approaches
• You can communicate in written and spoken English
• You are able to occasionally travel internationally

Really good to have skills

• Experience in Linux system administration or system programming
• Involvement in Open Source projects
• Familiarity with agle methodologies

Technologies you will work with

• The Linux Kernel
• KVM, QEMU, podman
• Git, Bash, Python, Perl
• Grafana, PostgresQL, InfluxDB, salt
• Packaging, OpenBuildService
• Continuous Integration workflows on GitLab and GitHub

What you get from us

• Career growth opportunities in technical and management paths
• Learning about new technologies
• Opportunities to bring in your own ideas to improve our workflows
• Contributing to Open Source projects
• Explore totally new project ideas in our Hackweeks
• Flexible working hours
• A chance to attend conferences and trainings
• Being part of a multicultural team of people around the world

What working in the team looks like

The DevOps team maintains production instances of openQA, most of which is deployed using salt, GitLab CI or GitHubActions. That includes monitoring via Grafana and working closely with test developers and reviewers. openQA is mainly written in Perl and Javascript. We also use Python and bash depending on what's most suitable for the task.

We build packages in OBS (Open Build Service) , as well as containers used in CI and to run openQA itself.

Chat and video calls help us clarify open questions and help each other.

As our responsibilities are varied, some team members focus more on development while others work on infra or tooling related to released products and update validation.

About SUSE

SUSE, a pioneer in open source software, provides reliable, interoperable Linux, cloud infrastructure and storage solutions that give enterprises greater control and flexibility. More than 25 years of engineering excellence, exceptional service and an unrivaled partner ecosystem power the products and support that help our customers manage complexity, reduce cost, and confidently deliver mission-critical services.

SUSE is also an active member of many open source communities, such as the openSUSE Project, OpenStack, Ceph, OpenNFV, OpenHPC, and more, to help drive collaboration among global communities to help solve some of the world's most challenging technology issues.

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What We Offer

We empower you to be bold, driving your career to create the future you want. We celebrate and reward your achievements.

SUSE is a dynamic environment that is evolving rapidly, thus requiring agility, strong entrepreneurship and an open mind.

This is a compelling opportunity for the right person to join us as we continue to scale and prosper.

If you're a big thinker, obsessed by execution and thrive in a dynamic environment in which you can tangibly create a lasting legacy, then please apply now!

We give you the freedom to be yourself. You will work in a global community of unique individuals - like you - with different backgrounds, talents, skills and perspectives. A truly open community where everyone is welcome, has a voice and is encouraged to reach their full potential regardless of age, gender, race, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristics.

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