Lab/Test Engineer 1

Apex Systems; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Lab/Test Engineer (0-2 years) in Redmond, WA. This hybrid role requires onsite presence one week per month and local eligibility. The daily tasks include coding, device maintenance, and test automation within a lab environment.

Responsibilities involve managing lab devices, debugging hardware and software issues, and assisting with lab network management. Experience with Mac OS and Windows, as well as scripting, is preferred.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant programming, testing, or lab support experience.
• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field.
• U.S. citizenship and authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Perform repeatable testing procedures and processes.
• Verify triggers, stored procedures, referential integrity, hardware product or system specifications.
• Interpret and modify code such as C/C++, C#, batch files, make files, Perl scripts, queries, stored procedures and/or triggers.
• Write automation test scripts for simulating user interactions such as data entry, menu selections, mouse actions, data I/O, etc.
• Run BVTs, troubleshoot, report and escalate as necessary.
• Be familiar with .NET and SML framework.

Skills

Programming experience

Networking knowledge

Device management

Windows familiarity

Mac OS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

C/C++

C#

SQL

Batch files

Job description

## Job Description# Lab/Test Engineer 1Apply**Job#: 3058633****Job Description:****Title: Lab/Test Engineer (0-2 Years of Experience)****Start Date:** 11/5/2026**End Date:** 12/31/2026**Extension:** Yes - there is an opportunity to extend.**Location:** Hybrid, Redmond, WA (onsite 1 week per month) **Candidate Location Requirements:** Candidates must be local to Redmond, WA to meet onsite requirements. Selected candidate will need to go onsite 1 week per month based on team's schedule. **Daily Schedule:** Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week**Pay Rate:** $32.00/hr**Top 3 Must-Have Hard Skills;**-1. Minimum 1–2 years' experience with Programming experience* Preferably Python or TypeScript-2. Minimum 1–2 years' experience with Basic Networking Knowledge-3. Minimum 1–2 years' experience with Device Management Experience* Must be familiar with Windows OS* Some familiarity with other OS preferred**Typical Day in the Role*** Meetings 10%* Coding 40%* Device Maintenance / Debugging 50%The role will consist of managing and maintaining lab devices, troubleshooting test and hardware issues, updating software and codebases, supporting automated testing processes, and assisting with lab network management, with work split between remote and on-site rotations as needed.**• Purpose of the Team:** The purpose of this team is to support lab testing and engineering across multiple platforms, with a focus on maintaining and testing various lab environments. **• Key Projects:** This role will contribute to Mac application testing, lab testing across multiple operating systems, and automation and scripting efforts that support the team's testing environments.**Candidate Requirements** • Candidates without the required experience in programming, basic networking, and device management will not be eligible for the role. • The ideal resume would contain experience with Mac OS and other operating systems, automation and scripting, lab or device testing, programming, basic networking, and device management.**Interview Requirement** • Interview Required: Yes. The selected candidate must complete an interview and a coding test.**Hard Skills Assessments** • Expected Dates that Hard Skills Assessments will be scheduled: ASAP • Hard Skills Assessment Process: The assessment process will include 1 round with the hiring manager. Candidates will also complete a coding test. • Required Candidate Preparation: Candidates should have their coding skills and relevant technical knowledge prepared prior to the assessment. Candidates will also complete a coding test - tbd for if prior to assessment or during.**Summary:** The main function of a Lab/Test Engineer at this level is to apply configuration skills at a basic level. The Test Engineer will perform repeatable testing procedures and may need to be familiar with programming languages.**Job Responsibilities:** • Perform repeatable testing procedures and processes. • Verify triggers, stored procedures, referential integrity, hardware product or system specifications. • Interpret and modify code as required that may include C/C++, C# batch files, make files, Perl scripts, queries, stored procedures and/or triggers. • Write automation test scripts for simulating user interactions such as data entry, menu selections, mouse actions, data I/O, etc. • Run BVT's, troubleshoot, report and escalate as necessary. • Be familiar with .NET and SML framework.**Skills:** • Application level configuration skills. • Experience with batch files and command-line Windows utilities may be required. • Software testing experience in a Web-based or Windows client/server environment required. • Experience in development and/or database administration required. • Ability to read and write at least one programming language such as C#, C/C++, SQL, etc. • Knowledge of software quality assurance practices, with strong testing aptitude. • Knowledge of personal computer hardware may be required.**Education/Experience:** • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science required and some business/functional knowledge and/or industry experience preferred. • 0-2 years' experience.U.S. citizenship is required for this role. Candidates must also be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.