Automation Engineer
UST· IT Services· Sep 2, 2026 · 2mo ago
Oregon
In office
Full-time
Mid
$60K–$90K
4+ years exp
Job description
Automation Engineer
Associate II - Semiconductor S/W Product Development
Who We Are:
Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world.
UST is a mission-driven group of 29,000+ practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in more than 30 countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live.
With us, you’ll create a boundless impact that transforms your career—and the lives of people across the world.
Visit us at UST.com.
You Are:
UST is searching for an experienced Engineer to own the application's package registry, code review and integration process, physical lab board setup/onboarding, and sanity validation of newly integrated tests and jobs.
The opportunity:
· Maintain and administer the application's package registry.
· Perform code review for new job/test submissions from contributors.
· Integrate and merge checked-in jobs/tests into the integration branch.
· Physically set up and rack new boards/systems in the lab.
· Onboard new boards/systems into the framework environment.
· Set up and maintain Windows Deployment Services (WDS) for OS imaging/provisioning of onboarded boards.
· Validate the sanity of tests/jobs after integration to ensure stability before release.
· Develop and maintain the application's backend (C#/.NET Core) as the primary focus, with working-level support for the UI (Angular).
· Design and maintain REST APIs, including asynchronous/multithreaded processing where required.
· Administer the PostgreSQL database - schema design, queries, indexing/optimization, backup and restore.
· Understand and execute test cases across any technical domain integrated into the framework, applying domain-specific test procedures and tools as required, regardless of the underlying technology area.
· Perform functional, API (Postman), integration, and regression testing to validate application quality across all integrated test domains.
· Implement authentication/authorization, secure API design, and certificate management for the application.
· Write and debug PowerShell scripts for automation, lab operations, and application/build support tasks.
· Identify and automate repetitive manual tasks to improve team efficiency and reduce operational overhead.
· Apply basic AI/ML concepts and AI-assisted tooling (e.g. Copilot, chatbots, automation assistants) to improve development, testing, and support workflows where applicable.
This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required .
What you need :
· Backend development in C#/.NET Core, with working knowledge of Angular
· REST API development, multithreading/asynchronous programming
· PostgreSQL administration, SQL, database design, backup and restore
· Code review, branch integration, and package registry management
· Cross-domain test execution - able to learn and run test cases across
· any technical area (functional, performance, security, or otherwise)
· Functional, API (Postman), integration, and regression testing
· Physical board setup, lab onboarding, and WDS setup/maintenance
· PowerShell scripting and debugging
· Automation of repetitive/manual tasks
· Authentication/authorization, secure API design, certificate management
· Basic understanding of AI/ML concepts and AI-assisted tools
· Desired Skills:
· Good communication skills.
· Able to work independently with clients.
· Able to identify and resolve issues.
· Qualification:
· Bachelor’s degree in electrical/ computer engineering.
· At least 4 yrs. of experience in Test Automation Validation.
Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.
Role Location: Hillsboro, Oregon
Compensation Range : $60,000-$90,000
Benefits
Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.
Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.
Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).
All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.
What we believe:
We proudly embrace the values that have shaped UST since day one. We build our culture of Humility, Humanity, and Integrity. These values inspire us to nurture a people-first, human centric culture that fosters diversity, prioritizes sustainable solutions, and keeps our people and clients at the forefront of all decisions.
Humility:
We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.
Humanity:
Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.
Integrity:
We honor our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.
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