Principal Software Development Engineer in Test

Company Description

Renesas is one of the top global semiconductor companies in the world. We strive to develop a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter world, and our goal is to make every endpoint intelligent by offering product solutions in the automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT markets. Our robust product portfolio includes world leading MCUs, SoCs, Analog and power products, plus Winning Combination solutions that curate these complementary products. We are a key supplier to the world’s leading manufacturers of electronics you rely on every day; you may not see our products, but they are all around you.

Renesas employs roughly 21,000 people in more than 30 countries worldwide. As a global team, our employees actively embody the Renesas Culture, our guiding principles based on five key elements: Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. Renesas believes in, and has a commitment to, diversity and inclusion, with initiatives and a leadership team dedicated to its resources and values. At Renesas, we want to build a sustainable future where technology helps make our lives easier. Join us and build your future by being part of what’s next in electronics and the world.

Job Description

Renesas Bangalore is seeking a Principal Software Development Engineer in Test with strong Python development and software architecture expertise to design and enhance GUI test automation frameworks, testing tools, and automated test suites in a fast-paced software, hardware, and firmware environment.

The role involves collaborating with development and QA teams to ensure high-quality, reliable software releases for industry-leading digital controller products. Key responsibilities include defining test automation architecture, developing automation solutions, executing testing strategies, analyzing results, debugging issues, and driving quality improvements.

Ideal candidates will have deep software engineering experience, a strong quality mindset, hands-on automation expertise, and the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams on complex technical challenges involving software and hardware.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop test automation frameworks, tools, and test suites.
• Execute automated/manual tests and report defects and coverage.
• Debug test failures and support root-cause analysis.
• Leverage AI to enhance test quality, coverage, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with global software, hardware, and firmware teams.
• Manage priorities in a fast-paced environment while driving quality improvements.
• Identify risks and recommend product, testing, and process improvements.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar 

Experience: 15+ years in software development, including 5+ years in Python and experience with Agentic AI.

Technical Proficiency:

• Strong expertise in Python automation frameworks, test tools, APIs, and HW/SW/FW integration.
• Experience with AI-powered development tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, etc.).
• Proficiency in test automation tools such as Squish, TestComplete, Ranorex, or Selenium.
• Experience in test data management and end-to-end testing (unit, integration, system, and exploratory).
• Strong mentoring, code review, and test automation architecture skills.
• Expertise with software development tools like Jira, Git, QA best practices, and Software development lifecycles.
• Excellent analytical, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Additional programming experience (e.g., Java, Kotlin) and ability to learn new languages quickly.
• Experience with electronics, microcontrollers, and communication protocols.
• Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, and automated test infrastructure.
• Software QA experience with IC/Power Engineering background preferred.

Additional Information

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.