Senior Software Engineer (Hardware Test)
Senior Software Engineer (Hardware Test)
Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA (Full-Time, Onsite)
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer (Hardware Test) to join a growing engineering team developing complex, mission-critical hardware systems.
This is a hands-on role for an engineer who enjoys designing scalable test infrastructure, building automation, and developing software that supports hardware integration and validation. You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver reliable, high-quality systems throughout the product development lifecycle.
The Role
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will:
* Design software architecture to support hardware integration and testing
* Build and maintain automated test infrastructure for complex hardware systems
* Develop scalable testing frameworks that can be reused across multiple projects
* Collaborate with software, hardware, and systems engineering teams throughout development
* Create automated test software using Python and Linux-based tools
* Support integration, validation, and verification of critical hardware components
* Develop software for telemetry, diagnostics, and hardware control
* Contribute to system bring-up, testing, and production readiness
* Improve software quality through automation, tooling, and continuous improvement
* Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical best practices
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
* 5+ years of professional software engineering experience
* Strong Python development experience
* Experience working in Linux environments
* Knowledge of version control systems such as Git
* Experience developing software for hardware testing or hardware integration
* Experience debugging hardware interfaces using tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, or debuggers
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
* Passion for building reliable engineering solutions in a fast-paced environment
Desirable Experience
Experience with some of the following would be beneficial:
* Embedded systems
* Hardware validation and verification
* Ground systems or telemetry software
* Automated hardware testing
* Electronics debugging
* Software testing frameworks
* Database or web application development
* Aerospace, robotics, defence, automotive, or other highly regulated engineering environments
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to join a highly technical engineering team developing advanced technology in a fast-moving environment.
You will benefit from:
* Ownership of complex hardware testing infrastructure
* Exposure to cutting-edge engineering projects
* Working alongside experienced software and hardware engineers
* Significant technical ownership and influence
* Great salary, bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits package
To Be Considered
Please submit your resume for consideration.
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