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Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Arlington, VA, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 2 hours ago

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Skills

Regression Analysis
Regulatory Compliance
Software Development
Quality Assurance
Python
C
C++
Rust
Automated Testing
Linux
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Debugging
Writing
Technical Writing
Communication
Security Clearance
Computer Hardware
Embedded Systems
Computer Networking
Docker
Kubernetes
QEMU
Network Protocols
Wireshark
RF
Wireless Communication
IEEE 802.11
Access Control
ZigBee
Testing
Firmware
Cyber Security
Research
Penetration Testing
Reliability Engineering
Law
SAP BASIS

Regression Analysis
Regulatory Compliance
Software Development
Quality Assurance
Python
C
C++
Rust
Automated Testing
Linux
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Debugging
Writing
Technical Writing
Communication
Security Clearance
Computer Hardware
Embedded Systems
Computer Networking
Docker
Kubernetes
QEMU
Network Protocols
Wireshark
RF
Wireless Communication
IEEE 802.11
Access Control
ZigBee
Testing
Firmware
Cyber Security
Research
Penetration Testing
Reliability Engineering
Law
SAP BASIS

Summary

Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Zetier seeks Software Development Engineers in Test (SDET) to design, build, and maintain scalable automated testing capabilities for embedded hardware, cyber platforms, and operational software systems. This role focuses on developing robust test infrastructure, improving product reliability, and enabling continuous validation across hardware and software solutions. Candidates will develop automated validation frameworks, integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines, and support verification activities spanning low-level firmware, networking systems, and mission-driven software capabilities. Work includes functional, integration, regression, and hardware-in-the-loop testing aligned with quality, operational effectiveness, and compliance objectives.

Required:

5+ years experience in software development or test engineering
Strong programming experience in Python, C/C++, and/or Rust
Experience deploying automated test frameworks (e.g. pytest, Robot)
Experience testing embedded or Linux-based systems platforms
Hands-on experience integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines
Familiar debugging complex HW/SW system interactions
Comfortable writing clear technical documentation (e.g. test reports)
Strong communication skills across engineering and customer teams
Active U.S. security clearance

Desired:

Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and device automation
Experience testing embedded systems, networking devices, or mobile
Experience with containerization (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes, QEMU)
Familiar with network/protocol validation (e.g. Wireshark, Scapy)
Experience with RF or wireless systems (e.g. 802.11ac, Zigbee, SDR)
Experience testing firmware, drivers, and low-level code/services
Exposure to cybersecurity, vulnerability research, or pentest teams
Experience with observability, telemetry, or reliability engineering

Positions available in Arlington, VA.

Zetier is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business need.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 91123589
Position Id: bb9f9b4d3382591363420cd1ec1eeb8b
Posted 30+ days ago

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