Staff Software Engineer Automation Framework Development

What You'll Do Build & Architect

• Design and implement next-generation CI/CD systems using cutting-edge technology and industry best practices
• Develop scalable automation frameworks, tools, and infrastructure for distributed engineering teams
• Create custom scripts and automation solutions using modern testing and deployment tools
• Establish and maintain SLAs for engineering tools and infrastructure systems

Lead & Influence

• Collaborate with engineers globally to identify and solve build, deployment, and quality challenges
• Drive adoption of automation best practices and quality-first methodologies across engineering teams
• Evangelize quality from a customer perspective, educating teams on effective testing strategies
• Mentor engineers and promote automation framework adoption throughout the organization

Optimize & Innovate

• Generate actionable metrics to measure and improve infrastructure tool performance and engineering productivity
• Identify and implement test automation strategies aligned with product and platform quality requirements
• Research and recommend emerging technologies for dev/ops/quality engineering advancement
• Challenge existing solutions and drive continuous improvement initiatives

What Were Looking For Technical Expertise Extensive Experience : 8+ years of progressive experience in tools development and/or building automation infrastructure, with a strong focus on on-premise and SaaS solutions.

• CI/CD Mastery : Deep hands-on experience building and maintaining CI systems (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab) and familiarity with automation frameworks and tools (e.g., JUnit, TestNG, Selenium,PyTest).
• Technical Acumen : Strong experience working with REST/GraphQL/gRPC-based microservices running on Kubernetes.
• Programming Prowess : Excellent programming and code review knowledge, preferably in Python and Java .
• Cloud Savvy : Ability to build solutions on cloud infrastructure.
• SCM Expertise : Proficient with distributed SCM tools like Git.
• Agile Mindset : Experience working in an Agile/Scrum methodology.
• Security Domain (Highly Preferred) : Prior experience in security product development or testing.
• Big Picture : Understanding of software architecture, system relationships, and complex technology integration
• Leadership Qualities Quality advocate with strong opinions on testing best practices and methodologies
• Natural mentor who can educate and influence without formal authority
• Strategic thinker comfortable with complex, multi-technology challenges
• Results-driven with ability to follow through on commitments and deliverables
• Personal Characteristics Highly responsive and communicative with a sense of urgency
• Tenacious problem-solver who responds to challenges with innovation
• Accountable leader who influences and empowers engineering teams
• Diplomatic yet persuasive with ability to appropriately push back when needed
• Resilient and disciplined during periods of adversity or complex technical challenges
• Passionate about automation and improving customer experience through quality
• Requirements Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Technical leadership experience across multiple technology domains
• Strong communication skills for technical presentations and cross-functional

Work Location

• Bangalore. The successful candidate will be expected to be in the Bangalore office 2x/ week.

What You Will Have at Harness

• Experience building a transformative product
• End-to-end ownership of your projects
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive healthcare benefit
• Flexible work schedule
• Quarterly Harness TGIF-Off / 4 days
• Paid Time Off and Parental Leave
• Monthly, quarterly, and annual social and team building events
• Monthly internet reimbursement.