Test Automation Engineer

Vector Atomic is building quantum devices for applications including GPS-free navigation and timing, geophysical exploration, and telecommunications. We are focused on delivering near-term products that take advantage of the exquisite properties of quantum systems. Our devices are designed with the form, fit, function, and cost for the real world.

Our rapidly growing team of 55 plus brings an innovative but practical approach to developing quantum devices. If you'd like to work on transformational technologies in a dynamic, team-oriented environment, come join our team!

What you'll Do

• Support code development efforts and automated in-loop hardware testing.
• Work with a cross-functional team of physicists, electronics engineers, and firmware engineers to create next-generation quantum instruments.
• Set up CI/CD pipelines and test server racks for devices-under-test (DUTs).
• Create and maintain automation scripts in Python for interfacing with DUTs and test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.)
• Create and configure Docker images for development, testing and deployment.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and assist with board testing and hardware bring up.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of our development process efficiency.

What We're Looking For

• Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science Graduate, BS/MS Degree with substantial course/lab/intern working in DevOps. Other technical degrees will be considered, with 2+ years of directly relevant training/experience.
• US export control laws require “U.S. persons” including U.S. citizens (born or naturalized), lawful permanent residents, and certain categories of refugees, and asylees.
• Must be comfortable working in a laboratory environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and collaborators, both written and verbal.

Required expertise:

• Experience with Docker and CI/CD with GitHub Actions.
• Experience working in Linux environments, Bash scripting, and Python scripting.
• Experience interfacing with test equipment remotely.
• Developing shared build and testing containers.

Nice-to-have expertise:

• Experience with ST Micro software ecosystem.
• Experience with Vivado design suite.
• Background working with MCU/SoC/FPGA devices.

Vector Atomic values teamwork, open and honest discourse, and work-life balance. We are an employee-owned company with competitive compensation and benefits including:

• Platinum-level family health coverage (medical, dental, vision)
• Health and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employer 401(k) contributions
• 20 days of paid time off / 10 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Stock ownership plan
• Fully stocked kitchen

Pay Range
We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, performance bonus, benefits, and equity. The pay range for this position is $125,000 to $150,000 including annual bonus. It's atypical to be hired at the top end of this range directly out of college, as actual pay is based on several factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience level.

Vector Atomic is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Vector Atomic does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team.