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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Engineer - **Company:** CareerCircle - **Location:** Irvine, CA, United States - **Salary:** $62,400.0 - $72,800.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** JIRA, Bug Tracking Systems, Unix, Computer Engineering, System Configuration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Software Debugging, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Networking Basics, Regression Testing, Software Engineering, Software Systems, System Integration Testing, System Testing, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Hardware Testing, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Testrail - **Published:** September 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/ca/irvine/cac9eff0-048b-4649-a547-cb956e0bf0ce ## About the Role JIRA Linux TCP/IP Testrail Operations Communication Test Planning System Testing Defect Tracking Computer Science Safety Assurance Software Systems Embedded Systems Test Engineering Business Valuation Laboratory Testing Functional Testing Regression Testing Root Cause Analysis Systems Integration Integration Testing Software Engineering Computer Engineering Full Stack Development Electrical Engineering Business Transformation System Integration Testing Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline * Experience with software, systems, or QA testing * Linux or Unix experience * Experience executing test cases and documenting results * Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills * Excellent communication and collaboration abilities Preferred Experience * Functional, regression, integration, or system testing * Hardware and software integration testing * Jira, TestRail, or other defect tracking tools * Test plan and test procedure development * Root cause analysis and bug investigation * Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DHCP, etc.) * Embedded systems, device testing, or lab testing environments Nice-to-Have Backgrounds * Aerospace * Avionics * Telecommunications * Networking * Embedded Systems * Consumer Electronics * Hardware Validation or Verification Technologies & Keywords Linux * Unix * QA *Test Engineering * Integration Testing * Regression Testing * Functional Testing * Validation * Verification * Jira * TestRail * Troubleshooting * Root Cause Analysis * System Testing * Hardware Testing * Networking Why Apply? * Work alongside experienced engineers in a highly technical environment * Gain hands-on experience with software and hardware testing * Grow your Linux and systems troubleshooting skills * Opportunity to work on complex integration and validation projects * Strong potential for contract extension, Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors., JIRA Linux TCP/IP Testrail Operations Communication Test Planning System Testing Defect Tracking Computer Science Safety Assurance Software Systems Embedded Systems Test Engineering Business Valuation Laboratory Testing Functional Testing Regression Testing Root Cause Analysis Systems Integration Integration Testing Software Engineering Computer Engineering Full Stack Development Electrical Engineering Business Transformation System Integration Testing Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) +0 Google IT Automation with Python ## Description Are you looking to build your career in software and systems testing while working with cutting-edge technology? We're seeking a Test Engineer to join a collaborative engineering team supporting software, hardware, and system integration testing efforts in a fast-paced technical environment. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers and QA professionals who enjoy troubleshooting, validating system functionality, and working hands-on with technology. What You'll Be Doing * Execute software, hardware, and system integration tests * Perform functional, regression, and validation testing * Create, update, and execute test plans and test cases * Document defects, test results, and troubleshooting findings * Investigate software and hardware issues and support root cause analysis * Work closely with engineering teams to resolve bugs and improve product quality * Support test environments, system configurations, and validation activities ## Related Videos - [Continuous testing - run automated tests for every change!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/190-continuous-testing-run-automated-tests-for-every-change) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [What is a Test Plan: Guide to Test Planning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/191-what-is-a-test-plan-guide-to-test-planning) - [How to create a test plan for software testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/56-how-to-create-a-test-plan-for-software-testing) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)