Manufacturing Test Software Engineer

Manufacturing Test Software Engineer

Salary: $125,000 – $150,000 + equity & benefits

Location: Mission District, San Francisco, CA

We’re looking for a self-motivated Manufacturing Test Software Engineer to join our R&D/Pilot test team in San Francisco. You’ll work closely with R&D and Operations to improve test systems, processes, and production readiness for LiDAR products.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, enhance, and deploy test systems and automation platforms
• Drive improvements in test efficiency, yield, and product quality
• Analyze root causes of failures and implement corrective actions using tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone analysis
• Support scalability and manufacturability projects
• Prepare technical documentation and train test operators

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong Python programming and debugging skills
• Experience with test automation in manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with source control tools (Git, Jira, etc.) and quality standards (SPC, GR&R, control charts)
• Experience with LiDAR, robotics, vision systems (Cognex/OpenCV), or test measurement equipment is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years supporting product tests in manufacturing