Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Job description

Are you passionate about shaping the future of immersive technology? Join a team at the forefront of augmented reality (AR) innovation, where you’ll play a pivotal role in developing next-generation wearable devices. As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), you will combine your developer mindset with your test automation expertise to ensure the highest quality software for low-level audio drivers powering cutting-edge AR experiences.

This role is perfect for an engineer who thrives in a high-impact, hands-on environment, where your contributions will directly influence the performance and reliability of next-gen AR hardware. You will create robust unit tests, build automation frameworks, and collaborate with world-class engineers to push the boundaries of embedded systems and real-time audio processing.

Why Join Us?

B e a Key Player in AR Innovation – Work on cutting-edge wearable technology that is redefining the way people interact with the world.

Impact Real Products – Your work will directly shape the performance and reliability of next-generation AR hardware.

Engineer at the Intersection of Hardware & Software – Engage in a fast-paced, highly technical environment where your expertise in unit testing and automation will drive product excellence.

If you're excited about pushing the limits of augmented reality, audio engineering, and embedded systems, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Develop Test Automation – Design and maintain scalable and efficient test frameworks for embedded systems, focusing on low-level audio drivers.
• Enhance Code Quality – Work alongside developers to write, review, and optimize code, ensuring best practices in embedded firmware and automated testing.
• Integrate Testing into Development – Implement continuous testing within CI/CD pipelines, enabling faster, more reliable releases.
• Create Custom Testing Tools – Develop specialized scripts and automated test solutions to validate performance, security, and reliability of real-time audio systems.
• Collaborate with Experts – Work closely with software engineers, hardware teams, and product designers to deliver high-quality AR experiences.
• Analyze and Optimize Performance – Identify and resolve bottlenecks, ensuring low-latency, high-fidelity audio performance in AR applications.

Basic qualifications

What You Bring

• Programming Expertise – Proficiency in Python, C/C++, Java, or JavaScript for developing automation and unit tests.
• Embedded Systems Knowledge – Experience with low-level firmware testing and debugging in an embedded environment.
• Testing Frameworks – Hands-on experience with JUnit, TestNG, Selenium, Cypress, or similar tools for automation.
• CI/CD & DevOps – Familiarity with Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, and infrastructure-as-code methodologies.
• Debugging & Troubleshooting – Strong analytical skills to diagnose and resolve complex software and hardware interactions.
• Soft Skills – Curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration—you ask great questions, embrace new challenges, and thrive in cross-functional teams.

Preferred additional skills, personal traits and experience

• Team player
• Proactiveness in collaborating and execution.
• Flexibility to switch technical context
• Willingness to learn new methods/tools/processes
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills

We offer

The annual salary range for this role is $80,000 – $250,000 per year.

The Annual Salary is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs, and market demand. This range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Sigma Connectivity Inc. also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

• Paid Time off/Vacation and Paid Holidays
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee and Customer Referral Program
• For positions in California long-term and short-term disability insurance

More information

For more information please contact

DucoJan Pilot,
Ducojan.Pilot@sigmaconnectivity.com

• Position

  Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

• Company

  Sigma Connectivity Inc.

• Location

  San Diego, CA, Seattle, WA, Bay Area, CA, Redmond, WA, United States

• Publication date

  2025-02-11

• Expiration date

  2025-08-31

• Contact

  DucoJan Pilot, Ducojan.Pilot@sigmaconnectivity.com, +16692958400