Software Test Engineer PLC, Python, LabVIEW (Bay Area based)

Company Description

Averna experience

Averna delivers industry-leading test solutions and services for communications and electronics device-makers worldwide, accelerating product development, quality and innovation:

• Be global@work : Serve international customers and collaborate with cross functional teams in California, across the US, with sister sites in Mexico, in Canada, in Europe and Asia.
• Drive innovation@work : Participate in the development of market-leading high-tech products in the Automotive & Transportation, Electric Vehicles, Consumer Electronics, Industrials and Life Sciences.
• Develop your talent@work : Contribute to thrilling projects that will stretch your skills and talent to the maximum.
• Enjoy success@work : Be part of a fast-growing company with award-winning products and teams.
• Share your passion@work : Meet passionate people, enjoy our modern environment and dynamic atmosphere.

Job Description

The challenge of the Software Test Engineer in a few words :

At Averna, we help our customers ensure product quality through our unique expertise and innovation. Our renowned customers’ systems and products are always improving and adapting to technology, leaving our teams with many interesting challenges and projects to tackle. As a Software Test Engineer , your expertise in software engineering will be used to develop complex solutions for various Customers located in the Bay Area. We will encourage you to innovate and voice your ideas on a regular basis. We are looking for someone that is passionate about working in the high-tech industry.

Your day-to-day contribution in this role :

• Design, develop, integrate, and support advanced software solutions tailored to client needs.

• Lead specific projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust software and hardware systems.

• Build Software architectures and be able to divide complex projects into modules.

• Develop tools and methodologies that enhance system performance and reliability.

• Evaluate system architectures, create validation plans, and conduct risk assessments.

• Perform code reviews and proactively resolve technical challenges.

• Have a hands-on approach to integrate software with hardware.

This position is based out of our San Jose, CA office.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate :

Mandatory

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in software, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.

• Experience : Minimum 3 years of software development experience with the following technologies, in order of priority:

1. Python – Strong proficiency required.
2. PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers)– Solid experience in industrial automation environments.
3. LabVIEW – Proficiency with NI tools; certifications such as CLD, CLA, or CTD are a strong asset.

• Solid understanding of software engineering principles and best practices.

• Strong grasp of object-oriented programming and design patterns.

• A proactive, results-driven mindset with strong time management and ownership of responsibilities.

• Fluent in English (written and spoken), French or Spanish are an asset.

• Permanent work authorization in the USA required.

Assets

• Experience with hardware automation (instrument control or robotics)

• Experience working with a test & measurements framework in a manufacturing environment or in industrial automation

• Knowledge of networking protocols and concepts

• Experience with Git and Linux

• Strong analytical and debugging skills

• Ready to learn new tools and navigate in unfamiliar environments

Additional Information

What's in it for YOU

• Flexible work hours and hybrid work model #LI-Hybrid

• Competitive benefits package

• An additional day off for your birthday

• Flex days paid between Christmas and new year’s

• A high-tech environment with experienced engineers to learn from

• Opportunities to travel

• Learning and growing through multiple cutting-edge projects and involvement with clients in different industries

Expected Compensation

140,000 to 180,000 including variable compensation

Averna is committed to employment equity and to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.