Network Test Automation Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce's client in Foster City, CA 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

REQUIREMENTS:
* BS/MS in CS, EE, or related field; 6+ years of relevant experience
* 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

Bonus Qualifications:
* DoIP and UDS over IP (highly preferred)
* Automotive Ethernet standards: 100BASE-T1, BroadR-Reach, H-MTD/FAKRA connectors
* 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)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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