Hardware Test Engineer

Join the Team That's Redefining Wireless Technology

At  Tarana , we're more than just a fast-growing tech company—we’re a team of bold innovators on a mission to revolutionize broadband. Our groundbreaking Fixed Wireless Access technology is delivering  fiber-class internet speeds worldwide, bridging the digital divide in ways previously thought impossible.

Tarana is a fast revenue growth company built by outstanding talented people and with innovative technology. Our hardware development team is looking for a smart, experienced, and hardworking member working to test various Hardware systems in different configurations. The ideal candidate would have experience with wireless hardware (5G, WiFi, etc.) testing using such equipment as spectrum analyzers and high-speed oscilloscopes. Experience with Ethernet, DDR4 waveforms and protocols, wireless performance tests are desired. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and 1+ years of hardware test.

What you’ll be doing:

• Define test strategy, detailed test plan/protocol for new Hardware designs or value-added engineering projects.
• Create a test plan/protocol based on requirements in order to test the specific hardware modules or PCBA.
• Create test reports/presentations based on results from test execution.
• Code test programs and run scripts on manufacturing test stations for wireless products.
• Set up and use test equipment like oscilloscopes, signal generators and spectrum analyzers. 
• Diagnose and troubleshoot failed units from the field ( Conduct failure analysis, and perform Root cause analysis) and factory tests in a lab.
• Come up with continuous optimizations and tests to improve coverage.
• Actively provide inputs for HW design for testability and repeatability.
• Finding alternate parts from different suppliers with exact form, fit and function (perform Like for Like analysis).
• Alternate Part qualification and testing (functional and performance).

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field with 1+ years of relevant experience 
• Hardware test equipment usage (e.g. spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes)
• Statistical analysis abilities is a plus
• Ability to code and use scripts in a Linux environment is a plus
• Knowledge of wireless networks and products
• Ability to create ECOs, Deviations in Arena BOM management environment

What we offer: 
We don’t just build next-gen wireless technology — we build people.

The salary range for this position is: $90,000 to $120,000

Compensation will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to: skill set, years of experience and the employee’s geographic location.

Tarana provides competitive benefits to employees in this role including: Medical, dental and vision benefits, 401K match, flexible time off and stock option.

About Us

Tarana’s mission is to accelerate the deployment of fast, affordable, and reliable internet access around the world. Through a decade of R&D and over $400M of investment, the Tarana team has created and continues to enhance a suite of next-generation fixed wireless access (ngFWA) technologies. Its unique ngFWA platform delivers game-changing advances in broadband economics in mainstream and underserved markets, using both licensed and unlicensed spectrum. Tarana’s ngFWA technology has been embraced by more than 300 service providers in 24 countries. Tarana is headquartered in Milpitas, California, with additional research and development in Pune, India. Learn more at