Software Test Engineer

About the Role

The Software Test Engineer position reports to the Software Quality Assurance Manager within the Software Engineering team. This role works hand-in-hand with engineers to debug issues, triage defects, resolve reports, and build scripts to facilitate testing of features like PTT and network performance. Engineers will also champion the documentation of design requirements and decisions. This position is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday, at Silvus Technologies’ HQ in West Los Angeles, CA.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manual regression tests.
• Lead ad-hoc testing and debugging efforts for the software department.
• Perform exploratory tests against defect reports, new features, and bug fixes.
• Triage defect reports and collaborate with engineers on their resolution.
• Develop scripts to aid testing for features like PTT and network performance.
• Record tickets for detected software defects.
• Document software product requirements and design decisions.
• Adhere and contribute to upholding software usability and quality standards.
• Perform other related duties.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other related technical field.
• Demonstrated understanding of software testing practices (unit, integration, system testing) gained through academic projects, internships, or personal work.
• Fundamental understanding of computer networking concepts.
• U.S. Citizen required due to clients under U.S. government contracts.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Familiarity and exposure to test tools like Wireshark, TCPDump, Putty/Minicom.
• Good foundational skills in software development with Python, C/C++, or related languages.
• Experience developing for one or more of Windows, Linux, MacOS, Android, or Bare metal environments.
• Proficient with web browser development tools for inspecting network requests.
• Acquainted with mesh networking.
• Trained in and understanding of Agile methodologies.
• Experience with electrical or RF instrumentation and design.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Aptitude for problem-solving and troubleshooting technical challenges.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Indoor air-conditioned facility.
• Required to lift equipment, up to 50lbs., for set up of demonstrations and testing.
• Walking/Moving in the lab.

Compensation

• $36.06 - $43.27 / hourly

Benefits

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave