Lead Test Automation Developer – Saab Naval

Lead Test Automation Developer at Saab Finland Oy, Tampere. We are looking for an experienced Test Automation Developer to strengthen our 9LV Combat Management System (CMS) testing function in Tampere. Your role: As a Lead Test Automation Developer, you would be responsible for maintaining and developing Robot Framework adaptation for Saab 9LV CMS in Finland. As a Lead Developer, you would steer, coach and educate other test automation engineers in developing and maintaining the framework adaptation. You would also educate and coach test engineers in writing high-quality, maintainable test cases and test suites. Through your contribution, you would enable test engineers and other test automation developers to produce maintainable and understandable automated test cases for 9LV CMS. You could also occasionally contribute to test case development in new areas. The 9LV CMS test automation framework is a joint global initiative, and you would communicate and exchange ideas with test automation colleagues at other Saab sites. The 9LV CMS department in Tampere is a part of broader international Naval Combat Systems organization, and you would work with international colleagues across other Saab sites. Despite the global organization, this role does not involve recurring travel. You understand the value of dashboards and real-time reporting, so you would also participate in the design and potentially the development of dashboards and utilities. Together with the teams Technical Product Owner, you would ensure that the test automation backlog is well maintained and in good shape. Your profile: To be successful in this role, you should have: Strong Python programming skills, Solid hands-on experience with Robot Framework, Experience developing and maintaining large-scale test automation frameworks, Good understanding of test automation architecture, reusable design patterns, and maintainable test development, Experience with Ubuntu Linux, command-line tools, and scripting, Practical experience with Docker and containerized test environments, Experience with Grafana or similar reporting and visualization platforms, Knowledge of dashboard design, test metrics, and real-time reporting, Experience with Git and collaborative software development practices, Understanding of test strategy, quality engineering principles, and automation best practices, Fluent in Finnish and English. The following would be considered strong assets: Experience with CI/CD pipelines, environment orchestration, AI-assisted test automation, complex distributed systems, experience leading technical initiatives. If the description above sounds like you, apply. In this job, some tasks relate to defense secrecy; a drug test and approved security clearance in accordance with Finnish Security Clearance act 726/2014 is required for the selected applicant. What you will be part of: Saab values teamwork, flexible work, and a good benefits package including full lunch benefit, exercise & culture benefit, transport options. The salary range is €5 000 – €6 000 per month. We hope to have you as part of the team by September 2026. How to apply: submit CV and cover letter via Saab Careers.