Engineer, Robot Platform Test Automation

Apex Systems; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K with company match

ESPP (employee stock purchase)

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking an Engineer for Robot Platform Test Automation to automate hardware-in-the-loop validation. You will partner with Mechanical, Electrical, Firmware, and Systems teams to create reusable libraries and tools, and to plan test campaigns.

The role emphasizes code quality and maintainability in a Linux environment. The ideal candidate has extensive Python experience (10+ years), strong hardware testing background, and familiarity with PyTest or Robot Framework.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, CS, or related field.
• 10+ years programming in Python or equivalent.
• 5+ years hardware testing experience.
• Experience with concurrent programming (threads/queues).
• Experience with PyTest or Robot Framework.
• Proficient in Bash scripting or embedded C/C++ in Linux.

Responsibilities

• Automate design characterization tests for advanced hardware.
• Develop reusable libraries to interface with lab equipment.
• Collaborate with test leads to design test stations and plans.
• Develop tools for semi-automated tests and station configuration.
• Document software for cross-functional accessibility.

Skills

Python programming

PyTest

Robot Framework

Bash scripting

Embedded C/C++

Concurrent programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Git

Jira

Bamboo

Polarion

TestRail

Ruff

PyLint

MyPy

Black

Job description

## Job Description# Engineer, Robot Platform Test AutomationApply**Job#: 3058770****Job Description:**Engineer, Robot Platform Test Automation**Location:** Foster City, California (On-site)Role OverviewOur organization is seeking a skilled professional to automate design validation tests for advanced hardware and systems. The selected candidate will collaborate closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Firmware, and Systems engineering teams to develop reusable libraries, tools, hardware interfaces, and scripts. This role focuses on functional and characterization tests with hardware-in-the-loop, requiring a strong software background dedicated to code quality and long-term maintainability.Key Responsibilities* Implement design characterization tests for advanced hardware and systems.* Develop reusable libraries for interfacing with lab equipment and displaying live test data.* Collaborate with test leads to design test stations and plans based on technical specifications.* Develop reusable tools for semi-automated tests and station configuration.* Partner with design engineers and project managers to plan and support test campaigns.* Document software to ensure accessibility for internal and external cross-functional teams.Required Qualifications**Education:** Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.**Experience:** At least 10 years of programming experience in Python, or an equivalent level of demonstrated skill. A minimum of 5 years of experience in electronics or hardware testing, or equivalent expertise.**Technical Skills:** Proficient with concurrent programming utilizing threads and queues. Proven experience using test automation frameworks such as PyTest or Robot Framework. Competency in developing Bash scripts or embedded C/C++ within a Linux environment.Preferred Qualifications* Working knowledge of standard object-oriented software design patterns.* Experience with communication protocols including CAN, Ethernet, or TCP/IP.* Familiarity with tools such as Git, Jira, Reviewable, Bamboo, Polarion, or TestRail.* Experience utilizing static analysis tools and formatters such as Ruff, PyLint, MyPy, and Black.* Strong verbal and written communication skills. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Foster City, CA, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** November 11, 2026**Pay Range:** $85 - $89 per hour