Senior Software Test Engineer

Company: Apptronik, inc.
Location: Austin
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Job Summary:We're looking for Senior Software Test Engineers to join our Software Integration & Test team at a pivotal moment in our journey as we revolutionize our testing infrastructure to shape the future of our product. We are a passionate and dynamic group dedicated to ensuring seamless integration and robust validation of the complex systems behind our groundbreaking humanoid robots. As a Senior Software Test Engineer, you'll collaborate with world-class engineers to design, implement, and execute innovative testing strategies-working hands-on with cutting-edge robot hardware to validate performance and reliability. Your work will directly influence the quality, reliability, and success of our products, making this an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to a mission-critical effort that will define the next generation of robotics technology.Responsibilities:

• Execute tests designed by Software and Systems Engineers to validate system functionality and performance.
• Design and develop system-level tests and automation tools to enhance testing efficiency and coverage.
• Integrate new tests and tools into existing reporting and logging infrastructure.
• Document test results thoroughly and support root cause analysis activities to identify issues.
• Perform in-depth root cause analysis, collaborating with software development engineers to develop and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Collect and analyze data to support iterative improvements and refinements of product design.
• Assist with demonstrations of robotic platforms for marketing and outreach purposes.
• Because of our work with hardware, a physical presence in Austin, TX at least three days per week is requiredSkills and Requirements:Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience (preferred).
  • 5+ years of experience developing and/or testing software for embedded systems.
  • 5+ years of professional experience with Hardware in the Loop testing (HIL).
  • 5+ years of professional software engineering experience (excluding academic training).
  • 5+ years of experience in testing, including unit, integration, and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
  • 5+ years of experience enforcing and improving code coverage.
  • 2 years of experience with ROS and ROS concepts.
  • (Preferred) 5+ years of experience with containerization technologies.
  • (Preferred) 5+ years of experience building tooling to improve quality of life in development.Technical Skills:
    • Proficiency in Bash and Python scripting.
    • Proficiency with Linux.
    • (Preferred) Proficiency with C++.
    • (Preferred) Understanding of networking concepts.
    • (Preferred) Familiarity with Test Management Software.General Skills:
      • Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn robotics concepts as needed.
      • Experience tracking down challenging bugs, such as memory leaks and concurrency issues.
      • Familiarity with Agile processes, including sprint planning, design reviews, and code reviews.Perks:
        • Competitive salary w/ benefits
        • Highly motivating equity incentive package
        • Flexible work hours policy
        • Professional development opportunities
        • Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
        • 401k plan
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