Engineer, Hardware Test Software

Key Responsibilities

• Write Python software to automate experimental runs and data analyses
• Troubleshoot issues related to optical instruments, electrical components, or software
• Identify gaps in Test coverage, design, and flow. Implement new Tests to improve coverage
• Implement improvements to Test flows and processes to enable high volume manufacturing
• Collaborate with Ayar Labs Data Engineering to ensure that Test results flow smoothly into our internal database
• Collaborate with the Product and Test Engineering department to support software needs while following best practices for version control and documentation
• Escalate and help resolve software/firmware issues with equipment vendors
• Provide regular updates to team leads on project status, flagging blockers and proposing solutions within assigned scope

Required Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 1+ years of industry experience; or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 0–2 years of industry experience
• Proficiency with Python; familiarity with C/C++ or Java
• Proficiency with instrument communication protocols (GPIB, RS232, USB, etc)
• Proficiency writing and debugging programs for instrument control
• Proficiency with Git, unit testing and CI/CD
• Working knowledge of data structures and algorithms
• Proficiency working with MongoDB and SQL databases like PostGresSQL

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with C/C++ or Java
• Experience with javascript
• Experience with agentic coding (claude or gemini)
• Experience with chip communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, etc)
• Experience with test and measurement of photonics, optics, and electronics
• Experience working in Linux environments
• Familiarity with Jira or similar project management system

Annual Salary Range

$130k - $160k

Notes

Note to Recruiters: Principals only. We are not accepting resumes from recruiters for this position. Remuneration for recruiting activities is only applicable subject to a signed and executed agreement between the parties. Please don’t send candidates to Ayar Labs, and do not contact our managers.

Ayar Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is strongly committed to all policies which will afford equal opportunity employment to all qualified persons without regard to age, sex, national origin, race, color, ethnicity, creed, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is the policy of Ayar Labs to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.

Veterans are more than welcome and encouraged to apply.