Automation Engineer

Company: The Planet Group
Location: Cupertino, California, US
Type: Contract
Posted: Sep 30, 2026
Views: 1

Automation Engineer
Location: Hybrid schedule in Culver City, CA or Cupertino, CA
Schedule: 40 hours
Duration: 18 months
Pay: $68-$70 DOE

The Planet Group is looking for an Automation Engineer to join our well-known Fortune 500 client on a 18-months contract, working a hybrid schedule out of Culver City, CA or Cupertino, CA.

Automation Engineer | Qualifications:

  • 7+ years in software development with 5 years of experience in test automation for end to end systems.
  • Expertise in Python with a focus on writing test automation scripts.
  • Expertise in iOS automation.
  • Experience with design and creation of test automation frameworks and tools - with specific focus on End to End Test and On Device mobile testing.
  • Experience with testing activities across the entire lifecycle of the project from inception to delivery
  • Front-End Development:
    • Design and implement user interfaces using JavaScript, and frameworks like React.
  • Back-End Development:
    • Develop and maintain server-side logic using languages such as Python.
    • Manage APIs and integrate third-party services and tools.
    • Ensure application data integrity and security by designing and managing databases in Postgres.
  • DevOps and Maintenance:
    • Implement CI/CD pipelines to streamline development workflows in JenkinsMonitor application performance and troubleshoot issues.
Optional Qualifications:
  • Experience with tools like Charles, GIT, Jenkins etc.
  • Experience with automation of data analytics and data reporting across multiple systems.
  • Experience with leading the co-ordination with multiple Engineering and Product teams to expedite issue prioritization and resolutions.
  • Experience creating written test reports, showcasing test progress, status, test plan completion, defects identified, and associated risks.

Automation Engineer | Description:

  • As a member of the the UAT Team, you will be responsible to independently executing and tracking testing/validation efforts for mobile systems.
  • Develop test strategy, test plan, test cases, and test scripts - providing a high level of test coverage across existing functionalities and new features.
  • Perform testing of on-device experiences for users on a wide range of mobile applications.
  • Write automated tests for target application on iOS platforms using Python and Swift.
  • Work on multiple initiatives and prioritize feature and campaign testing along with documentation and on-time delivery of End to End testing.
  • Provide the testing scope/overview documentation, test plan, test results, and associated tickets for resolution/prioritization.
  • Timely communication of status and progress including Test Status reports, Test Metrics, Progress reports, Coverage matrix, and other documentation.
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About the Company

Name: The Planet Group
Location: United States

The Planet Group is a company that provides staffing and recruitment services. It offers a wide range of job opportunities across various categories such as Engineering, Marketing, IT, and more. The company operates primarily in the United States and Canada, with a focus on connecting talent with employers in various industries.

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