Software Test Engineer

Company Overview:

Robotic Research has provided vehicle autonomy solutions for over 20 years and is a global leader in self-driving technology. Our AutoDrive® autonomy kit is designed to tackle the industry’s greatest challenges from GPS-denied environments to mixed-traffic and unpaved roads. The commercial division, RR.AI, works with trusted OEM partners to deliver these autonomous solutions across the United States, Canada, Australia, Europe, and Saudi Arabia. The defense division of Robotic Research designs and implements solutions that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics, enhance situational awareness, and save lives by extending the warfighter’s reach through transformable robots, automated vehicles, and GPS-denied localization devices.

We offer a fast-paced environment where innovation comes first, and a breadth and depth of skills, knowledge, and interests are highly valued. We are leading this dynamic revolution in technology with team members throughout the U.S. including our main offices in Clarksburg, MD and San Antonio, TX.

Citizenship Requirements: Due to the type of information accessible in this position, all applicants must be U.S citizens or nationals, lawful permanent or temporary U.S. residents, or lawful asylees or refugees. Candidates requiring visa sponsorship will not be considered for this position.

Position Responsibilities:

The Software Test Engineer will be responsible for…

• Participating in software requirements and design reviews.
• Reviewing software requirements and design specifications.
• Creating requirements traceability matrices which demonstrate test coverage of all features.
• Creating and executing software verification and test plans.
• Participating in software code reviews.
• Developing and executing test cases, test scripts, test plans, and test scenarios for all applicable requirements.
• Writing Unit and Integration Tests across multiple platforms
• Creating/ Leading and maintaining dashboards that allow others to understand software performance.
• Collaborating with Software Engineers to ensure root cause analysis for problems found during verification
• Documenting results of testing activities.
• Collaborating with engineering, data science, and release to monitor and enforce robust criteria for measuring and gating releases.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Strong proficiency in programming skills (e.g., C/C++) for embedded systems
• Experience with various automotive data buses, such as CAN, CAN/FD, Ethernet, FlexRay
• Strong understanding of algorithms and subjects relevant to ground robotics, including perception, world modeling, navigation/localization, planning, and motion control
• Hands-on experience with integration of other complex electro-mechanical systems (autonomous vehicles, aerospace, medical, etc.)
• Experience with command line Linux tools and system configuration required.
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools: Jira/Confluence/Crucible

Education & Experience:

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Robotics, Software, Mechatronics or related engineering field
• 5+ years of experience in software test, automation, and root-cause analysis in fields similar in complexity to autonomous driving

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using model-based programming tools such as ANSYS SCADE, Simulink, or similar in safety critical applications
• Familiarity with ISO-26262, ISO/PAS 21448, ISO-21434, IEC 61508, MIL-STD-882, or similar safety specifications
• Experience with continuous integration systems and containerization (e.g., Jenkins, Docker)
• Experience with Verification and Validation Test Procedure generation and execution
• Experience with System and Subsystem Requirement/Specification Generation
• Experience with Python, LabView, or MATLAB for data collection and analysis
• Experience with model-based systems engineering tools and practices, particularly SysML and MagicDraw
• Experience with autonomous robotic systems
• Candidate should be a self-motivated, flexible team player with good written and oral skills, able to prioritize efforts on the fly in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience designing and executing verification and validation tasks software unit, component, subsystem, and system testing

Office Location: Clarksburg, MD

Tele-work Opportunities: Hybrid

Travel Requirements:

• Travel may be required (up to 10%)

Benefits:

Robotic Research is excited to offer the following benefits:

• Company holidays
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid time off
• Competitive medical, dental & vision plans
• 401k contribution plan with up to 4% match
• Employer paid short-term & long-term disability insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Relocation reimbursement for qualifying situations
• Dog Friendly Office!
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discretional annual bonus and profit sharing
• Employee assistance program

All benefits are subject to change. Please discuss with a member of the Robotic Research HR team for details.

Employment is conditioned upon successful completion of a thorough background screening and drug test.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Statement: At Robotic Research, we don’t just accept differences, we celebrate them! We strive to attract, develop and retain curious & highly qualified individuals representing a variety of backgrounds, cultures, skills & perspectives. Robotic Research is committed to building a diverse team and is proud to be and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.