What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Software Test Engineer position at Apptronik?
Apptronik is building robots for the real world to improve human quality of life and to help solve the ever-increasing labor shortage problem. Our team has been building some of the most advanced robots on the planet for years, dating back to the DARPA Robotics Challenge. We apply our expertise across the full robotics stack to some of the most important and impactful problems our society faces, and expect our products and technology to change the world for the better. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products.
You will join a team developing state-of-the-art general-purpose robots designed to operate in human spaces and with human tools. It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it.
We're looking for Senior Software Test Engineers to join our Software Integration & Test team at a pivotal moment in our journey as we revolutionize our testing infrastructure to shape the future of our product. We are a passionate and dynamic group dedicated to ensuring seamless integration and robust validation of the complex systems behind our groundbreaking humanoid robots. As a Senior Software Test Engineer, you'll collaborate with world-class engineers to design, implement, and execute innovative testing strategies-working hands-on with cutting-edge robot hardware to validate performance and reliability. Your work will directly influence the quality, reliability, and success of our products, making this an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to a mission-critical effort that will define the next generation of robotics technology.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES :
- Execute tests designed by Software and Systems Engineers to validate system functionality and performance.
- Design and develop system-level tests and automation tools to enhance testing efficiency and coverage.
- Integrate new tests and tools into existing reporting and logging infrastructure.
- Document test results thoroughly and support root cause analysis activities to identify issues.
- Perform in-depth root cause analysis, collaborating with software development engineers to develop and implement permanent corrective actions.
- Collect and analyze data to support iterative improvements and refinements of product design.
- Assist with demonstrations of robotic platforms for marketing and outreach purposes.
- Because of our work with hardware, a physical presence in Austin, TX at least three days per week is required
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Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
