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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Test Engineer - **Company:** TrellisWare Technologies, Inc - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $165,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Microsoft Windows, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Network Analysis, Command-Line Interface, Compilers, Data Link, Computer Programming, Databases, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Programming Tools, Device Drivers, Linux on Embedded Systems, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, Object-Oriented Software Development, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Shell Script, Verification and Validation (Software), Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Test Data, Wireless Telecommunications, Data Logging - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a1cdc584d31b579c ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science Engineering * Telecommunication/Wireless Communications Theory or related field of study required. * 1+ Years Relevant test experience. * 1 Year of Wireless communications experience. * Entry to mid-level candidates encouraged to apply. To be considered for this position, you would need to meet, at a minimum, the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed here: * Strong collaborative drive and interpersonal skills. * Strong initiative, proactive work ethic and prioritization skills. * Trustable judgement and analytical problem-solving skills. * Effective execution and decision making. * Champion of change and promotes innovation. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * You can think on your feet. You are analytical, pay attention to detail and are able to communicate your thought process both written and verbally. * You thrive in a collaborative and team-oriented environment. * You have a curiosity to know how things work and passion to learn. You want to know why something fails to work and the initiative to fix it. * You want to work as an experienced SW Test Engineer in product and technology development programs focusing on SW/HW design integration, verification and validation. You will be responsible for specifying, designing, planning, reporting, and testing the latest and greatest SW releases. * Experience programming in Python * An ability to generate a test plan from engineering designs and subsequently develop and support a system of software test code for units under test including the development of a test database. * Preferred qualifications include: + Experience in automated test case design and execution. + Experience with Networking, IP, TCP, UDP. Common embedded Linux development tools (i.e. compilers, linkers and debuggers) and Linux subsystems. + Technical Knowledge of wireless telecommunications and cellular radio systems standards (FDMA, TDMA). + Fundamental knowledge of RF Technology, Radio Design and RF Test Equipment. + Knowledge of the OSI 7 layers model. Advanced knowledge of layers 2, 3 & 4 -7 desirable. + Ability to use Windows, Linux and command line tools for software installation and diagnostics. Shell scripting or more advanced programming skills a plus. + Experience and/or knowledge of Mobile Ad-hoc Networked (MANET) radios and military communications. + Experience using test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, radio emulators, network analyzers, rf switch matrixes, and multimeters. + An understanding of C++. + Experience with Object-oriented design, data link layer and device drivers as well as ARM based processors. The physical demands described here represent those that must be met in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable those with qualified disabilities. * Able to frequently sit, stand, walk, use hands to fingers, handle or feel, reach within hands and arm's length, stoop, kneel, and crouch, talk and hear. * Regularly required to sit for extended periods of time; frequently required to use office equipment such as PC, printer, telephone, etc. * Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Additional requirements are: * U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency. ## Description * Test, Evaluate and Analyze SW/HW integrated wireless communication systems. * Ensure stable and reliable SW builds are released to product development and test teams. * Design, develop, and continuously evolve the test automation capabilities and coverage. * Support systems engineering of TrellisWare proprietary technologies and standards to design, document, and execute test cases. * Top level log analysis, debugging and troubleshooting of SW functional and performance issues. * Support SW error triaging (reproducibility, logging, root cause analysis). * Summarize SW test data and publish results to R&D. * Assessment of performance benchmarking and trends to reference devices/releases. * Contribute to process improvement and planning for the SW Test Team. * Develops relationships with team members built on trust and respect. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Dirty Tests And How To Clean Them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/515-dirty-tests-and-how-to-clean-them) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)