Robot Platform Test Automation Engineer

Our client is seeking a Robot Platform Test Automation Engineer to join their team. As a Robot Platform Test Automation Engineer, you will be part of the Advanced Hardware Engineering organization supporting robot platform test automation efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong software foundation, a commitment to code quality and long-term maintainability, and the ability to collaborate effectively across Mechanical, Electrical, Firmware, and Systems engineering teams.

Job Title: Robot Platform Test Automation Engineer

Location: Foster City, CA

Pay Range: $80-$85/hour + Benefits

What's the Job?

• Automate design validation and design characterization tests for robotaxi hardware and systems, including hardware-in-the-loop testing.
• Develop reusable libraries, tools, hardware interfaces, and scripts to support functional and characterization test workflows.
• Collaborate with test leads to design test stations and plans based on technical specifications.
• Create reusable tools for semi-automated tests and station configuration to improve repeatability and efficiency.
• Document software clearly so it is accessible to others within and outside the team.

What's Needed?

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of programming in Python (or an equivalent level of skill).
• 5+ years of electronics or hardware testing (or an equivalent level of skill).
• Experience with concurrent programming using threads and queues.
• Experience with test automation frameworks such as PyTest or Robot Framework, plus Bash scripting and/or embedded C/C++ in a Linux environment.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to build and maintain reusable test automation infrastructure used across robotaxi hardware validation.
• Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to translate technical requirements into reliable test execution.
• Strengthen your impact through best-practice enforcement, maintainable code, and clear documentation.
• Contribute to semi-automated test workflows and station configuration that improve test campaign throughput.
• Engage in hardware-in-the-loop design characterization that connects software quality directly to system performance.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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