JOB TITLE: Network Test Automation Engineer Ethernet Systems DV
LOCATION: Foster City, CA (Onsite)
PAY RANGE: $87 - $97/hr.
DURATION: 6 Months
TOP 3 SKILLS:
Strong knowledge of the OSI model, TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, SNMP, and VLAN (802.1Q) configuration
Advanced Python and Bash scripting with proven test automation framework experience (e.g., pytest)
Proficiency with network diagnostic tools: Wireshark, iPerf, tcpdump, traceroute, ethtool
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Advanced Hardware Engineering team is looking for a Network Test Automation Engineer to build and maintain automation frameworks that validate Ethernet-connected sensor networks on our AV platform. You'll partner with Systems, Integration, Software, and Sensor engineers to deliver scalable network validation solutions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Build and maintain Python-based test automation frameworks for Ethernet compliance, integration, and performance validation
Develop PCAP/tcpdump tooling and fault injection scripts to validate ARP, ICMP, FCS, link-loss, and failure recovery test cases
Configure and manage VLAN-segmented (802.1Q) topologies across bench and HIL test setups, including power supplies, DAQ systems, and relay controls
Validate interoperability between network switches and sensors; ensure compliance with security and PPAP standards for Ethernet ECUs
Own technical documentation for frameworks, test methodologies, and system configurations
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Strong knowledge of OSI model, TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, SNMP, and VLAN (802.1Q) configuration
Advanced Python and Bash scripting with proven test automation framework experience (e.g., pytest)
Proficiency with network diagnostic tools: Wireshark, iPerf, tcpdump, traceroute, ethtool
Solid CI/CD and DevOps experience; ability to debug across the full OSI stack
Time sync protocols: IEEE 1588v2/PTP, 802.1AS in bench/air-gapped environments
Advanced Linux networking and HIL infrastructure experience (DAQ, relay-controlled power rails)
EDUCATION:
BS/MS in CS, EE, or related field; 6+ years of relevant experience
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.
IND123BENEFITS 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.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Foster City, CA
Salary
$87–$97.84 Per Hour
Skills
802.1unmatched
ARP (Address Resolution Protocol)unmatched
Audiovisualunmatched
Automationunmatched
Automation Engineeringunmatched
Bash Scriptingunmatched
Computer Engineeringunmatched
Continuous Deployment/Deliveryunmatched
Continuous Integrationunmatched
Debugging Skillsunmatched
DevOpsunmatched
Ethernetunmatched
Failure Analysisunmatched
ICMPunmatched
IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers)unmatched