Staff Software Engineer

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, test automation, or related roles
• Experience developing software that interfaces with hardware systems or laboratory instrumentation
• Strong experience in test automation framework and infrastructure development
• Proficiency in Python, C/C++, or similar
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD tools, automated test frameworks
• Hardware/software integration and system-level testing expertise
• Instrumentation control and data acquisition knowledge
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and best practices
• Proven debugging and root cause analysis skills across integrated systems
• Ability to design scalable systems and think architecturally
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment with electronic test equipment

What the job involves

• We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer – Test Automation & Infrastructure to develop and scale automated test systems supporting the validation of complex RF and satellite communications payloads
• This role sits at the intersection of software development and hardware test engineering, building robust automation frameworks and infrastructure that ensure reliable, repeatable system validation
• You will play a key role in improving product quality, accelerating development cycles, and enabling seamless integration across hardware and software systems
• Develop automated test software to control laboratory instrumentation such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, and network equipment
• Implement and maintain test sequences for both system-level and component-level validation
• Support integration and execution of tests across hardware and software environments
• Debug and troubleshoot test failures across software, hardware, and interface layers
• Ensure test systems produce accurate, repeatable, and reliable results
• Design and implement software for device under test (DUT) control, including command handling, telemetry ingestion, and state management
• Build reusable automation frameworks and scripts to streamline test development
• Apply best practices in software engineering, including modular design, version control, and code reviews
• Reduce manual intervention through efficient and scalable automation solutions
• Develop tools and utilities to enhance test engineering productivity
• Design and maintain scalable test automation infrastructure supporting multiple configurations and environments
• Enhance existing frameworks for improved reliability, maintainability, and scalability
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines where applicable
• Standardize tooling and infrastructure across teams to ensure consistency
• Contribute to shared libraries and reusable automation components
• Act as a technical bridge between software and test engineering teams
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, and software teams to ensure system testability
• Support integration of new components into existing test environments
• Translate system requirements into effective automation strategies
• Participate in design and integration reviews to ensure validation readiness
• Identify and implement improvements to test automation architecture and codebase
• Contribute to the evolution of next-generation test frameworks and infrastructure
• Drive simplification and standardization to reduce development cycle time
• Advocate for scalable, maintainable, and reusable design principles
• Continuously improve test processes, tools, and methodologies

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision
• HSA and FSA
• Life, disability and retirement plans
• Company stock options