System Test Engineer

About the Company

Note: This is a direct placement opportunity with our client, a well-funded technology company specializing in advanced sensing solutions for automotive and industrial applications.

About the Role

The System Test Engineer plays a critical role in validating advanced LiDAR systems and ensuring end-to-end functionality across hardware, firmware, and software components. You will design, execute, and automate system-level tests to guarantee performance, reliability, and compliance with requirements. This position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

System-Level Testing:

• Develop and execute test plans for integrated LiDAR systems, including hardware, embedded software, point cloud algorithms and end-to-end pipeline
• Validate system performance under various environmental and operational conditions

Automation & Tools:

• Create automated test scripts and frameworks for regression and performance testing
• Utilize tools such as Python, C , and CI/CD pipelines for test automation

Requirements & Traceability:

• Ensure test coverage aligns with system requirements and architecture
• Maintain traceability between requirements, test cases, and results in Jira/Confluence

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Analyze large datasets from LiDAR sensors to identify anomalies and performance trends
• Provide clear, actionable reports to engineering and program teams

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with System, Software, Algorithm, and Calibration teams to resolve issues
• Support root cause analysis and structured problem-solving for system-level defects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Required Skills

• Ability to analyze point cloud data with system-level understanding for accelerated troubleshooting
• Proficiency in Python or strong understanding of general programming concepts
• Familiarity with Linux environments, Jira, and version control tools (Bitbucket, GitHub)
• Strong skills in data collection, analysis, and reporting to multi-functional stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate across software, hardware, and firmware disciplines
• Ability to lift or carry items up to 50lbs
• Valid US Driver's License

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience with LiDAR systems
• Knowledge of C
• Exposure to optoelectronics and MEMS technologies
• Experience working in fast-paced and demanding environments