Software Test Engineer

Motorola Solutions; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 49,593 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Bonus Plans

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with Company Match

10 Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off Packages

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental & Family Leave

Job summary

Motorola Solutions seeks a Software Test Engineer to join the Software Quality Assurance team in West Los Angeles, CA. The role focuses on manual regression testing, exploratory testing, and coordinating with engineers to triage defects and validate fixes.

You will develop test scripts for features like PTT and network performance, document requirements, and ensure product quality aligns with safety and mission-critical standards. This position is onsite, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
• Strong foundational skills in software development with Python, C/C++, or related languages.
• Experience developing for Windows, Linux, MacOS, Android, or Bare metal environments.
• Understanding of software testing practices (unit, integration, system testing).
• Fundamental understanding of computer networking concepts.
• US citizenship due to government contracts.
• Background check and drug test clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual regression tests.
• Lead ad-hoc testing and debugging for the software department.
• Perform exploratory tests against defect reports, new features, and bug fixes.
• Triage defect reports and collaborate with engineers on their resolution.
• Develop scripts to aid testing for features like PTT and network performance.
• Record tickets for detected software defects.
• Document software product requirements and design decisions.
• Uphold software usability and quality standards.
• Rare local travel as required by Silvus.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Software testing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Wireshark

TCPDump

Putty/Minicom

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission‑critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle‑proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN‑MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments. Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.

Job Description

Wouldn’t you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected”?

The Software Test Engineer position reports to the Software Quality Assurance Manager within the Software Engineering team. The successful individual in this role will help accelerate software quality by carrying out manual regression tests and driving exploratory and ad‑hoc testing across StreamCaster products. This role works hand‑in‑hand with engineers to debug issues, triage defects, resolve reports, and build scripts to facilitate testing of features like PTT and network performance. Engineers will also champion the documentation of design requirements and decisions.

This position is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday, at Silvus Technologies’ HQ in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles, CA.

Role And Responsibilities

• Execute manual regression tests.
• Lead ad‑hoc testing and debugging efforts for the software department.
• Perform exploratory tests against defect reports, new features, and bug fixes.
• Triage defect reports and collaborate with engineers on their resolution.
• Develop scripts to aid testing for features like PTT and network performance.
• Record tickets for detected software defects.
• Document software product requirements and design decisions.
• Adhere and contribute to upholding software usability and quality standards.
• Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.
• Travel Requirements – rare local travel, as required by Silvus.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other related technical field.
• Strong foundational skills in software development with Python, C/C++, or related languages.
• Experience developing for one or more of Windows, Linux, MacOS, Android, or Bare metal environments.
• Demonstrated understanding of software testing practices (unit, integration, system testing) gained through academic projects, internships, or personal work.
• Fundamental understanding of computer networking concepts.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Familiarity and exposure to test tools like Wireshark, TCPDump, Putty/Minicom.
• Proficient with web browser development tools for inspecting network requests.
• Acquainted with mesh networking.
• Trained in and understanding of Agile methodologies.
• Experience with electrical or RF instrumentation and design.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Aptitude for problem‑solving and troubleshooting technical challenges.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Indoor air‑conditioned facility.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
  • Lift equipment, up to 50lbs., for set up of demonstrations and testing.
  • Walking/Moving in the lab.

COMPENSATION: $36.06 - $43.27/ hourly

Benefits

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid HolidaysGenerous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally‑protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people‑first and community‑focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.