Senior Principal, Test Technician

Dell Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dell Inc. is seeking a Test Engineer I/II in Austin, TX, to develop and execute server manufacturing test processes for current and new hardware products. You will own test coverage across all phases, create and update test cases, and drive improvements in test efficiency and coverage.

Responsibilities include collaborating with developers, setting up hardware/software configurations, and documenting results. Preferred BSCS/CE/E E with 2+ years experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with server hardware test requirements and test case development.
• Ability to create test cases and tools for new technologies and peripherals.
• Attention to lessons learned, obsolete tech, and life-cycle changes.

Responsibilities

• Work with developers to determine test requirements and write test cases for server projects.
• Construct, troubleshoot and test prototype assemblies; document results.
• Set up, configure hardware and software; perform tests and document results clearly.
• Collaborate with developers to resolve issues found during testing.
• Define and implement new test methodologies to reduce test time and increase coverage.
• Evaluate effectiveness and drive continuous improvement of test cases during and after projects.

Skills

PC/Server tech

Intel x86

iAMT

RAID

uEFI/BIOS

HW/SW interactions

English communication

Project management

Independent work

Test tooling

Education

BSCS, BSCE, or BSEE

Job description

Test Engineer I/II

Job Description:

Responsible for developing and executing all Server Manufacturing Test Process test cases for newly developed or current hardware products. Owns development of Server Manufacturing Test Process test sases for all phases of test for assigned products/technologies. Creates or modifies test cases to ensure proper coverage for new technologies. Maintains respective test cases based on: lessons learned, feedback, introduction of new peripherals, obsolete technologies, end-of-life peripherals, etc. Drives action items to closure for test escapes and process efficiencies.

Role Responsibilities:

• Work with developer and technologist to determine test requirements and write test cases and develop test tools for server projects.
• Construct troubleshoot and test prototype assemblies. Document as appropriate.
• Set up, configure hardware and software products. Perform specified test cases and clearly document results.
• Work with developer to resolve product issues discovered during test, if applicable
• Defines and implements new test methodologies to reduce test time and increase test coverage.
• Evaluate effectiveness and implement a continuous improvement process for test cases during and after test projects.

Requirements:

• Proficient in understanding of a wide array of PC/Server technologies, including basic Intel x86 architecture, iAMT, RAID, uEFI and BIOS
• Understanding of hardware and software interactions; able to apply this understanding to resolve issues.
• Ability in organizing and managing multiple projects, setting priorities and working independently under aggressive timelines.
• Able to easily achieve mastery of new tools, languages and operating systems (Windows, Linux)
• Verbal and written English communication.
• Problem solving and analysis skills.
• Detail-oriented with attention to product quality.
• Understanding of machine characteristics that affect software systems.

• EDUCATION: Preferred: BSCS, BSCE, orBSEE. EXPERIENCE: 2+ years

Compensation:Dell is committed to Fair and Equitable compensation practices. The Salary Range for this role in is $78,000 to $100,000