Python Developer - Storage Domain

Job Title : Python Developer - Storage DomainExperience : 8-10+ YearsLocation : Bangalore (Hybrid - 3+ days/week from office)Job Summary : Key Responsibilities : - Design, develop, and maintain scalable Python-based automation frameworks and utilities for storage platform validation.- Develop automated test scripts for storage devices/components including : i. HBA (Host Bus Adapter)ii. SAS Expandersiii. PCIe Switchesiv. Re-timersv. HDDs and SSDs- Create automation solutions based on provided validation procedures, test plans, and customer requirements.- Execute functional, regression, stress, performance, and reliability testing for storage subsystems.- Analyze logs, debug failures, identify root causes, and provide detailed reports to engineering teams.- Work with hardware, firmware, and validation teams to reproduce and resolve complex storage-related issues.- Develop tools/utilities for : i. Log collectionii. Test executioniii. Failure analysisiv. Monitoring and reporting- Improve existing automation infrastructure for better scalability, maintainability, and execution efficiency.- Validate storage protocols, device communication, and interoperability across platforms.- Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.- Support CI/CD integration for automated testing workflows wherever applicable.- Collaborate effectively with global cross-functional teams in agile development environments.Required Technical Skills : Python Development :- Strong hands-on experience in Python programming with deep understanding of : i. OOP conceptsii. Multithreading / multiprocessingiii. File handlingiv. Exception handlingv. API integrationvi. Automation scripting- Experience building automation frameworks and reusable libraries.- Expertise in debugging and optimizing Python applications.Storage Domain Knowledge :- Strong understanding of enterprise storage architecture and components : i. HBA (Host Bus Adapter)ii. SAS/SATA protocolsiii. SAS Expandersiv. PCIe architecturev. PCIe Switchesvi. Re-timersvii. HDD and SSD technologiesviii. NVMe conceptsix. Storage enclosure behavior and connectivityTest Automation & Validation : - Experience developing automation scripts based on validation procedures and test specifications.- Knowledge of : i. Functional testingii. Regression testingiii. Stress testingiv. Performance benchmarkingv. Failure analysis- Experience handling hardware/software integration testing.Debugging & Troubleshooting :- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.- Ability to debug storage failures, protocol issues, and device communication problems.- Experience analyzing logs and identifying root causes independently.Good to Have Skills :- Exposure to KQL (Kusto Query Language) or SQL.- Experience with Linux-based environments and shell scripting.- Knowledge of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins/GitLab CI.- Understanding of telemetry/log analytics platforms.- Experience with version control systems like Git. (ref:hirist.tech)