Software Test Engineering Co-op (Spring 2027)

LineVision; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Up to 1 week unpaid time off

Job summary

LineVision, a Boston‑headquartered grid‑enhancing technology company, is seeking a Software Test Engineering Co‑op to design, build, test, and maintain test automation for the LineVision platform. You will work across the stack from Python data pipelines to TypeScript web apps, contributing to real‑time sensor data processing for utilities.

The role emphasizes test‑driven development, integration with APIs and cloud services, and collaboration within a fast‑paced engineering team.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Interest in engineered testing and software automation.
• Experience with OO and functional design, databases, and Agile methods.
• Strong test‑driven software development approach.
• Team collaboration and creative problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and maintain software test automation and internal tools.
• Contribute to KIT, LineVision’s internal testing framework.
• Integrate with APIs, cloud services, and databases.
• Contribute to system design and proof‑of‑concept work.
• Support a high‑performing software engineering team.

Skills

Python

Javascript

Typescript

SQL

React

Node

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Onsite: Boston, MA Headquarters

Write test automation that runs on real hardware, processing live sensor data from the electric grid.

The successful Software Test Engineering Co-op will help develop our platform that turns real-time sensor and weather data into actionable insights for utilities. You’ll be focused on automated testing across the stack, from Python data pipelines to TypeScript web apps, all while contributing to a product that’s reshaping how the electric grid is monitored and managed. Join our collaborative Software Engineering team at LineVision, named of the Built In Best Places to Work in Boston for three years running.

What will you do?

Core Responsibilities and Key Performance Objectives

• Design, build, test, and maintain software test automation and internal tools to support development of your LineVision platform software squad
• Contribute to the development of KIT, LineVision’s internal tooling and framework for software test automation
• Integrate with internal and external APIs, cloud services, and databases
• Contribute to new system design and proof‑of‑concept exploration
• Be a valued member of a high‑performing software engineering team by supporting team goals of continuous improvement and our culture of growth‑mindset

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• Pursuing a BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• An interest in engineered testing and/or software automation
• Understanding of object‑oriented and functional design principles, databases, distributed software design, and Agile methodologies for team software development
• Strong and disciplined approach to test‑driven software development
• Initiative, creative problem‑solving skills and team collaboration
• Desired experience and programming languages:
  • Python & Javascript (required)
  • Typescript/SQL/React/Node (nice to have)
• Experience working on web application front ends + RESTful API backends
• Cloud infrastructure familiarity; AWS (nice to have), Azure and/or Google Cloud

Work Schedule

The ideal candidate would be available from January 19-August 27 2027, working 40 hours a week. All co‑ops will work from LineVision’s Charlestown, MA headquarters 2‑4 days per week, with specific schedules determined in collaboration with your direct manager.

LineVision has a standard US holiday schedule, and up to a week of additional unpaid time off is permissible. Upon successful internship or co‑op completion, you will be considered for a full‑time position upon graduation.

Compensation: $25 per hour

What does joining LineVision mean for you?

• Impact. Your talent, time, and energy will critically impact our success in accelerating our mission of providing utilities with grid intelligence to enable affordable, reliable power.
• Ownership. You will hold broad responsibilities with high autonomy and trust in a communicative, collaborative, and fast‑paced environment.
• Flexibility. You will be empowered to maintain work‑life balance with a flexible hybrid work schedule.
• Real World Innovation. You will join a motivated and high‑performing team working with cutting edge, patented technology to help solve key obstacles to meet the demands of an AI‑powered future.

Who we are…

LineVision is a grid‑enhancing technology company enabling electric utilities to deliver affordable, reliable power and accelerate the electrification of the global economy. Our grid intelligence platform delivers the most accurate, network‑wide dynamic line ratings and enables safer, more reliable grid operations with a combination of optical sensors and advanced environmental modeling. LineVision's global customer base includes eight of the ten largest US utilities, including National Grid, Southern Company, and Exelon.

We are LineVisionaries:

• We are Innovators: We light the way with tenacious creativity and do good work.
• We are Empowered: With high trust and high autonomy, the floor is yours, and the opportunity is ours.
• We are Welcoming: Come as you are, our doors are open. We are better together.
• We are Trusted Partners: We elevate our customer champions through shared thought leadership. We deliver on commitments.
• We are All In: We are building a community of passionate individuals who want to dent the universe.

At LineVision there's no such thing as a "perfect" candidate. We are looking for exceptional people who want to make a positive impact through their work and facilitate an organization where everyone can thrive.

LineVision embraces AI, and we understand leveraging AI in your job search. As an actual member of LineVision’s hiring team reviews every application, we kindly ask that any final materials you submit reflect your own voice and authentic human experience.

Meet our team, understand our mission: https://www.linevisioninc.com/about-us

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Salary Description

$25/hour