Test Engineer (6121)

itD; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 68,880 - 77,145; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401k plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

A consulting and software development firm in San Jose is seeking a Test Engineer to drive quality assurance initiatives for hardware and network systems. The ideal candidate will validate system functionality and identify defects early in the development lifecycle. Key responsibilities include executing QA testing, developing Python scripts for automation, and collaborating with teams on bug resolution. Requires knowledge of hardware components and diagnostic testing. Excellent medical benefits and a dynamic work culture are provided.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of hardware components including CPUs, ASICs, memory modules, FPGAs, optical modules, and PSUs.
• Experience with Python scripting for test automation and workflow optimization.
• Familiarity with SONiC commands and foundational networking concepts.
• Hands-on experience with QA processes including bug tracking, debugging, and diagnostic testing.

Responsibilities

• Execute hardware and network QA testing processes to validate system performance and reliability.
• Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate testing workflows and improve efficiency.
• Analyze and troubleshoot hardware components including CPUs, ASICs, memory modules, FPGAs, and optical modules.
• Perform bug tracking, issue isolation, and debugging to identify root causes and ensure timely resolution.
• Conduct diagnostic and operational tests, including OIR testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reproduce defects and validate fixes.
• Create and maintain test cases, test reports, and validation documentation to support product quality.

Skills

Hardware components knowledge (CPUs, ASICs, memory modules, FPGAs)

Python scripting for test automation

Familiarity with SONiC commands

Bug tracking and debugging

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent

Job description

itD is seeking a Test Engineer to drive quality assurance initiatives for hardware and network systems, ensuring reliability, performance, and scalability across testing environments. This role contributes directly to operational excellence by validating system functionality and identifying defects early in the development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in hardware validation and network testing, along with a proven track record of delivering high‑quality, production‑ready systems through rigorous testing practices.

Location: Onsite - San Jose, CA
Duration: 12 months
Pay Range: $50 – $56 (hourly)

We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and more. Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Execute hardware and network QA testing processes to validate system performance and reliability.
• Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate testing workflows and improve efficiency.
• Analyze and troubleshoot hardware components including CPUs, ASICs, memory modules, FPGAs, optical modules, and power supply units.
• Perform bug tracking, issue isolation, and debugging to identify root causes and ensure timely resolution.
• Conduct diagnostic and operational tests, including OIR (Online Insertion and Removal) testing.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to reproduce defects and validate fixes.
• Create and maintain test cases, test reports, and validation documentation to support product quality.

Internal Responsibilities

• Attend regular internal practice community meetings.
• Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.
• Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material).
• Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.
• Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual).
• Work with leadership on career fast‑track opportunities.

Required Qualifications And Skills

• Strong knowledge of hardware components including CPUs, ASICs, memory modules, FPGAs, optical modules, and PSUs.
• Experience with Python scripting for test automation and workflow optimization.
• Familiarity with SONiC commands and foundational networking concepts.
• Hands‑on experience with QA processes including bug tracking, debugging, and diagnostic testing.

Preferred Qualifications And Skills

• Experience developing and executing test cases and automation scripts.
• Familiarity with regression, manual, and automated testing methodologies.
• Ability to analyze test reports and collaborate with development teams to resolve issues.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience required.

Company Description

About itD: We are part of a new generation of consulting and software development company that blends diversity, innovation, and integrity with real business results. Our structure rejects any strong hierarchy, empowering us to deliver excellent results. We are a woman‑ and minority‑led firm. Every day, we challenge ourselves to be considerate, fair and to re‑think what great outcomes mean for our customers. This permeates down to how we approach every interaction, on every project, for every client. You’ll thrive here if you are a dynamic self‑starter, a difference‑maker or someone who wants to deliver great results, without constraints.

The itD Digital Experience: Joining us means you’ll be part of our global community, you have a say about your own career journey, and you’ll get a chance to give back to causes that matter. You will experience working with Fortune 500 companies and high‑performance teams across numerous industries. itD offers our employees excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, 401K + matching, networking & career learning and development programs. We are growing and we want to see you grow! Visit https://itdtech.com/careers to learn more about what working at itD can mean for you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. itD is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Additional Info

Dynamic environment in a culture of respect, empowerment and recognition for a job well done, apply today!