Lidar Software Test Engineer Contractor

Ursus, Inc.

Foster City, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$87–$97.84 Per Hour
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Automotive Automation, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Computer Skills, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Quality, Documentation, HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol), Hardware Development, Hardware Quality Assurance, Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR)\Laser Detection and Ranging (LADAR), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Robotics, Scalable System Development, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Administration, Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Testing, TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), Test Automation, Test Data, Testing, UDP (User Datagram Protocol), Usability Engineering, Web Services, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Foster City, CA
POSTED
16 days ago
JOB TITLE: Lidar Software Test Engineer Contractor
LOCATION: Foster City, CA (Onsite)
PAY RANGE: $87 - $97/hr.
DURATION: 6 Months


TOP 3 SKILLS:
  • 5+ years of experience in software or computer engineering, with strong proficiency in Python scripting and software development for hardware control and mass data processing.
  • Hands-on experience with communication protocols such as TCP, UDP, and HTTP, including development of software tools, packet decoders, and PCAP parsers.
  • Experience organizing, structuring, optimizing, and maintaining a codebase, promoting scalability and usability for tool users.

Job Description:
The Advanced Hardware Engineering Lidar Team is looking for a Software Test Engineer Contractor to develop, optimize, and maintain the testing software our Lidar Team relies on. This role will be responsible for developing a scalable codebase while building robust tools and scripts crucial for hardware testing and data analysis. Your contributions will have a direct and significant impact on our team's efficiency and data quality.

Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience in software or computer engineering or a related field.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages, particularly Python.
  • Experience with software development for hardware control and mass data processing.
  • Strong understanding of communication protocols such as TCP, UDP, and HTTP.
  • Experience in developing software tools, packet decoders, and PCAP parsers.
  • Experience organizing, structuring, optimizing, and maintaining a codebase, promoting scalability and usability for tool users.
  • Excellent documentation and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with modern software development practices, including CI/CD and automated testing.
  • Experience working with large-scale data processing and analysis systems.
  • Experience with Web Services (AWS).
  • Previous experience in the autonomous vehicle or robotics industry.


BENEFITS SUMMARY: Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.

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Ursus, Inc.