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# Test Automation Engineer

- **Company:** Horizontal Talent
- **Location:** Foster City, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $126,880.0 - $201,760.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Address Resolution Protocols, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Code Coverage, Computer Networks, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, DevOps, Ethernet, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Internet Control Message Protocol, Traceroute, OSI Models, Python (Programming Language), Network Troubleshooting, Pcap, Simple Network Management Protocols, TCP/IP, Tcpdump, Wireshark, Virtual Local Area Networks, Performance Testing, Pytest, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/8161347a-ad10-4578-ac04-ad8dd88bd954

## About the Role

* BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
 * 6+ years of relevant experience in network testing, automation, or a closely related area
 * Strong understanding of OSI layers, TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, SNMP, and VLAN concepts
 * Advanced Python and Bash scripting skills, with experience building test automation using tools such as pytest
 * Hands-on experience with network troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark, iPerf, tcpdump, traceroute, and ethtool
 * Solid CI/CD and DevOps experience
 * Ability to debug issues across the full networking stack
 * Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills

Preferred Skills

 * Experience with DoIP and UDS over IP
 * Background in automotive Ethernet standards such as 100BASE-T1 or BroadR-Reach
 * Familiarity with H-MTD or FAKRA connectors
 * Knowledge of time synchronization protocols such as IEEE 1588v2/PTP or 802.1AS
 * Experience supporting bench or air-gapped environments
 * Exposure to advanced Linux networking and HIL infrastructure, including DAQ and relay-controlled power rails

## Description

* Develop and maintain Python-based automation frameworks for Ethernet compliance, integration, and performance testing
 * Create PCAP and tcpdump-based tools, along with fault injection scripts, to validate network behavior and recovery scenarios
 * Set up and support VLAN-segmented network environments across bench and hardware-in-the-loop test systems
 * Work with power supplies, DAQ systems, relay controls, and related lab infrastructure to support validation activities
 * Test interoperability between switches and sensors while helping ensure security and PPAP-related Ethernet standards are met
 * Document test frameworks, system setups, methodologies, and technical configurations clearly and thoroughly
 * Partner closely with cross-functional engineering teams to troubleshoot issues and improve test coverage