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Software Test Engineer

Lensa
Mountain View, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/11/2025 CLOSED ON 1/5/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Test Engineer position at Lensa?

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Looking for candidates with hands on testing experience with an actual product or device

Candidates with experience with ONLY applications or Mobile will NOT be a fit

Job Title: Hardware Test Automation Engineer

Job Description

You will construct and modify test plans for automated electronics hardware design validation testing. You will integrate test plans, test logic, and test hardware to enable long-running automated testing. Additionally, you will troubleshoot, identify root causes, and resolve issues as they arise in design validation test campaigns. Modifying existing test software in response to emergent needs related to test execution or troubleshooting is also a key part of this role.

Responsibilities

  • Construct and modify test plans for automated electronics hardware design validation testing.
  • Integrate test plans, test logic, and test hardware to enable long-running automated testing.
  • Troubleshoot, identify root causes, and solve issues during design validation test campaigns.
  • Modify existing test software to address emergent needs related to test execution or troubleshooting.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in hardware test automation and Python programming.
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 3 years of experience in Python and object-oriented programming.
  • 3 years of experience in automated hardware test development and execution.
  • 3 years of experience in Linux systems and networking.
  • Experience with automated test equipment, such as power supplies and digital multimeters.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in log and data analysis, dashboard creation, and data pipelines.
  • Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Mountain View, California.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Mountain View, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mountain View,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 18, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com ( actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

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