Principal Test Engineer

Job Overview:

SSCI is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Test Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will spearhead the testing efforts for our cutting-edge autonomy software, ensuring it meets the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies that cover all aspects of the software lifecycle.

Essential Functions:

• Lead the design, development, and execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts for autonomy software.

• Collaborate with software developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Maintain and oversee the autonomy and robotics lab, including facilities and equipment.
• Develop and maintain testbeds and autonomy payloads.

• Identify, document, and track software defects, and work with the development team to resolve issues in a timely manner.

• Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks and tools to increase efficiency and coverage.

• Perform regression testing, stress testing, and performance testing to validate software stability and scalability.

• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on testability and quality.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve testing processes and methodologies.

• Must be able to travel up to 50%
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US DOD Security Clearance.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• 7+ years of experience in software testing, with a focus on autonomy software or related fields.
• Experience in maintaining and managing autonomy and robotics labs.

• Experience in leading and managing a team of test engineers.

• Research experience in Markov Decision Process, Control, and Reinforcement Learning applications.

• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and best practices.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, and/or Java.

• Experience with automated testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG).

• Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines is a plus.
• Must have an active Secret Clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Strong organizational and leadership skills to oversee lab operations and support test teams.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Experience with testing autonomous vehicles or robotics systems.

• Familiarity with machine learning and artificial intelligence concepts.

• Knowledge of safety standards and regulations related to autonomous systems.

Benefits

Salary is competitive with market rates, with annual bonus awards based on company and individual performance. SSCI benefits package includes 401K, Health/Life/Disability Insurance.