Software System Tester

About the role

This is a temporary full-time assignment for 12 weeks to assist with a standalone project, validating the functionality, reliability, and performance of Piper’s technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test cases for system functionality.
• Perform software, integration, system, and regression testing.
• Validate both wired and wireless system configurations.
• Test system functionality in laboratory and field environments.
• Use Python to support testing, scripting, data collection, or test automation.
• Identify, reproduce, and document software and system defects.
• Maintain test results and defect records.
• Verify corrective actions and perform regression testing following software changes.
• Assist with troubleshooting hardware/software integration issues.
• Validate system configuration and performance prior to field deployment.
• Work directly with developers and engineering personnel to communicate test results and reproduce failures.
• Support testing and validation at customer or field locations as required.
• Prepare clear test documentation and summaries for the project team.

Requirements

• Previous experience in software, system, integration, or QA testing.
• Working knowledge of Python.
• Experience creating and executing test procedures and test cases.
• Ability to troubleshoot and document technical issues.
• Familiarity with Linux environments.
• Familiarity with wired and wireless networking concepts.
• Ability to work with physical hardware as part of system testing.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to work on-site in the San Diego area and travel locally to field/customer locations as required.

Qualifications

• Degree or technical background in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, QA/testing, or a related discipline.
• Experience testing integrated hardware/software systems.
• Experience with transportation, IoT, networking, or field-deployed systems.
• Experience with automated testing and Python-based test scripts.

Schedule

Full-time, temporary assignment for 12 weeks.