Lab Technician

TechDigital Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated lab technician to manage prototype devices for automated testing. This role involves setting up and maintaining devices, monitoring their health, and troubleshooting issues that arise during testing. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of Linux and programming. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the development of cutting-edge hardware technology. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical fields required.
• Experience with data center operations and consumer electronics development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain prototype devices for testing.
• Monitor device health and perform necessary remediation.
• Investigate testing failures related to hardware issues.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to analyze data

Working knowledge of Linux

Python programming

Bash programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Data center operation experience

Experience with consumer electronics development

Job description

Summary
At Meta Reality Labs, we develop hardware devices which run custom firmware and software.
The hardware, firmware and software are continuously updated and tested in the lab to identify
bugs, reliability or performance issues.
The main function of a lab technician is to manage the prototype device farm to ensure they are
ready to perform automated firmware and software tests. A typical lab technician may work
under the supervision of a production engineer or a lab manager.
This position requires physical presence at Meta's office in New York City 5 days a week.

Job Responsibilities

1. Set up, change and maintain prototype devices.
2. Monitor device health, and perform manual remediation as necessary when devices cannot be
   automatically remediated.
3. Perform device configuration changes as requested by software engineers.
4. Investigate testing failures which may be the result of hardware issues.

Skills

1. Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.
2. Ability to work independently and manage one's time.
3. Ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results.
4. Working knowledge of Linux.
5. Python or bash programming.

Education/Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical fields.
2. Data center operation experience.
3. Experience working with consumer electronics development.