Hardware Engineers - Phoenix

Performance Software; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

IRA contributions

Paid time off

Flexible hours

Job summary

Performance Software in Phoenix is seeking on-site Hardware Engineers to join our team. The role focuses on Python-based scripting for hardware interfaces and independent work across product teams.

On-site five days a week; Direct Hire or Contractor options are available, with a strong emphasis on test automation and robust debugging. Compensation includes $75,000–$145,000 annually for Direct Hire and $80–$120 per hour for contract, with full benefits and opportunities to influence hardware

Qualifications

• Must have experience running Python scripts on hardware interfaces.
• Solid knowledge of hardware interfaces and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate with product teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and debug Python-based hardware validation scripts for board- and interface-level testing.
• Translate hardware requirements into executable test procedures and pass/fail criteria.

Skills

Python scripting

Hardware troubleshooting

Independent work

Cross-team coordination

Tools

UART/RS-422/RS-485

SPI

I2C

GPIO

Ethernet/CAN

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

DMMs

Job description

We have an immediate need for Hardware Engineers to join our team on-site in Phoenix. We have the ability to hire candidates either as a Direct Hire or as a Contractor. This position requires on-site presence of five days a week.

Pay: $80/hr - $120/hr DOE – Contract

Compensation: $75,000 - $145,000 - Direct

We are looking for engineers that can run Python scripts on low-level hardware interfaces. Must be knowledgeable about hardware interfaces and have hardware troubleshooting skills. Must be able to work independently and coordinate with various product teams. The job will also involve providing weekly status and sharing information and best practices with other members of the teams.

Scope

• Develop, maintain, and debug Python-based hardware validation scripts for board-level and interface-level testing.
• Translate hardware requirements into executable test procedures and pass/fail criteria.

Interface and lab skills

• Hands-on with interfaces like UART/RS-422/RS-485, SPI, I2C, GPIO, Ethernet/CAN (as relevant).
• Comfortable using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, power supplies, and signal generators.

Debugging expectations

• Root-cause failures across script logic, firmware, and hardware bring-up issues.
• Perform triage with clear issue isolation: test setup vs script defect vs hardware defect.

Code quality expectations

• Write maintainable, modular Python with logging, retries/timeouts, and robust error handling.
• Use version control (Git), code reviews, and basic CI/test execution workflows.

Traceability and documentation

• Maintain requirement-to-test traceability and test evidence (logs, captures, summaries).
• Document setup instructions, known failure modes, and reusable troubleshooting playbooks.

Independence + ownership

• Own test development from test design through lab execution and closure.
• Proactively improve script reliability and test throughput.

About Performance

Performance Software is engaged in the design of Real-time Embedded Software and Hardware. This includes avionics and space applications such as Synthetic Vision Cockpit Displays, Flight Management System Guidance and Navigation, Platforms, and Datalink Applications. Our customers include Commercial and Defense-related avionics and rocketry suppliers/manufacturers. Performance Software has been in business since 1998 and has locations in Phoenix, AZ and other cities with remote employees across the states.

Why Performance?

Our foundation emphasizes clear accountability, a positive attitude, transparency between departments, and productivity. This builds trust and provides flexibility and work-life balance.

Competitive Benefits

Full-time team members receive competitive salaries plus a company-contributed 12% of salary to an individual IRA per paycheck. Flexible hours. Health/dental/vision insurance coverage plus STD/LTD, paid sick time, vacation days, and major holidays. Hourly employees are paid a competitive rate with medical/dental/vision benefits available.

To learn more

https://www.psware.com/careers/

Performance Software is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please discuss this with your recruiter if you are selected for an interview.