Test Automation Engineer

Network Test Automation Engineer – Ethernet Systems DVThe Advanced Hardware Engineering team is looking for a Network Test Automation Engineer to build and maintain automation frameworks that validate Ethernet-connected sensor networks on our AV platform. You'll partner with Systems, Integration, Software, and Sensor engineers to deliver scalable network validation solutions.Responsibilities:Build and maintain Python-based test automation frameworks for Ethernet compliance, integration, and performance validationDevelop PCAP/tcpdump tooling and fault injection scripts to validate ARP, ICMP, FCS, link-loss, and failure recovery test casesConfigure and manage VLAN-segmented (802.1Q) topologies across bench and HIL test setups, including power supplies, DAQ systems, and relay controlsValidate interoperability between network switches and sensors; ensure compliance with security and PPAP standards for Ethernet ECUsOwn technical documentation for frameworks, test methodologies, and system configurations.Required Qualifications:BS/MS in CS, EE, or related field; 6+ years of relevant experienceStrong knowledge of OSI model, TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, SNMP, and VLAN (802.1Q) configurationAdvanced Python and Bash scripting with proven test automation framework experience (e.g., pytest)Proficiency with network diagnostic tools: Wireshark, iPerf, tcpdump, traceroute, ethtoolSolid CI/CD and DevOps experience; ability to debug across the full OSI stackBonus Qualifications:DoIP and UDS over IP (highly preferred)Automotive Ethernet standards: 100BASE-T1, BroadR-Reach, H-MTD/FAKRA connectorsTime sync protocols: IEEE 1588v2/PTP, 802.1AS in bench/air-gapped environmentsAdvanced Linux networking and HIL infrastructure experience (DAQ, relay-controlled power rails)