Verification Software Engineer

TrellisWare Technologies•San Diego, CA

6d•$100,000 - $165,000•Onsite

About The Position

TrellisWare is seeking a Verification Software Engineer to join their Test Team. The role involves extending and maintaining an existing Python-based test automation framework for advanced radio systems. Responsibilities include developing new test capabilities, implementing automated test cases, and contributing to the evolution of the automation infrastructure within state-of-the-art test labs. The engineer will collaborate with the test automation team and SW developers to ensure comprehensive automated validation coverage across the product portfolio. Enhancing team cohesiveness, maintaining team morale, and pursuing self-improvement and talent development are also key aspects of the role, directly impacting TrellisWare's deliverables and core values.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
5+ years developing test automation using Python.
3+ years working with established test frameworks (pytest, unittest, or custom frameworks).
2+ years experience in wireless/communications or embedded systems testing.
Strong Python proficiency (pytest, unittest, OOP) with ability to read, understand, and extend existing codebases.
Proven experience developing automated test cases within established frameworks.
Equipment automation via SCPI/VISA APIs and CI/CD integration.
Git version control and collaborative code review experience.
Understanding of wireless communications (modulation, protocols, RF measurements).
Hands-on experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers).
Networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, socket programming).
Embedded Linux command line and remote system interaction (SSH, serial).
Linux proficiency and Bash scripting.
Test result analysis and debugging automated test scripts.
JIRA or similar issue tracking systems.
Understanding of agile software development lifecycle.
Strong collaborative mindset and team-oriented approach.
Proactive problem-solving and attention to code quality.
Effective written and verbal communication.
Self-motivated with continuous learning attitude.
U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency.

Nice To Haves

Tactical radios or MANET systems experience.
Docker, SQL databases, protocol analyzers (Wireshark).
Previous contributions to shared test frameworks.

Responsibilities

Develop automated test cases using an established Python test automation framework.
Extend framework capabilities by adding new test libraries, fixtures, and utility functions.
Implement RF measurement automation using existing equipment abstraction layers (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers).
Create validation scripts for wireless protocol verification, performance benchmarking, and regression testing.
Automate CI/CD test workflows integrating with existing pipeline infrastructure.
Debug and maintain existing automated test suites, improving reliability and execution speed.
Develop data collection and reporting capabilities within the framework.