Systems Quality Engineer

We are seeking a Systems Quality Engineer with strong Python skills and experience in hardware/software integration testing. This role involves running manual and automated system-level tests, validating results, and maintaining test infrastructure in a lab environment. You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure the team s prototype imaging and sensing hardware meets defined requirements and performs as expected.
Responsibilities:

• Execute and monitor validation tests for prototype hardware and sensing systems
• Write and debug Python scripts for test automation and data analysis
• Maintain and improve existing test cases and setups based on defined test requirements
• Triage hardware/software issues and report on test outcomes
• Ensure test coverage aligns with product requirements from internal teams
• Support CI workflows and contribute to test automation pipelines
• Own and document the test setup and execution flow
• Collaborate with teams across hardware, software, and systems to expand test coverage and efficiency
• Participate in equipment maintenance and lab readiness for testing

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency in Python for scripting and test automation
• Experience in black-box and/or white-box testing
• Comfortable working in hardware test environments, including prototype devices
• Understanding of system-level test validation for complex hardware/software systems
• Familiarity with test automation frameworks and CI tools
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
• Excellent documentation and reporting habits
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in imaging, camera systems, or sensing technology
• Prior work in lab-based hardware validation roles
• Experience with Objective-C or Swift (a plus)
• Familiarity with dashboarding tools for test result reporting
• Knowledge of Apple s internal toolchains or similar embedded environments

Submit resume to:
Type: Contract
Duration: 6+ months
Location: Cupertino, CA
Pay Rate Range: $50 70/hr (DOE)