Network Validation Engineer - Zoox : Job Details

As a Network Validation engineer you will be responsible for developing, documenting and executing component and system-level hardware tests for our Ethernet-connected devices. You will collaborate with design and system engineers to characterize the functional performance of the Zoox vehicle ethernet system You will perform development tests on early prototypes and qualification testing on modules intended for vehicle use. Projects range from interface compliance testing to developing test assets. We are looking for someone who's enthusiastic, innovative, a self-starter, and willing to take on the challenges to work with us.. In this role, you will

• Test ExecutionPerform switch and ethernet cards validation
• Conduct functional testing, compliance testing, performance testing, environmental and reliability testing
• Test Infrastructure DevelopmentDevelop custom test assets, set-ups and python scripts to enable efficient testing
• Facilitate complex test infrastructure projects by working with procurement and suppliers to setup chambers and equipment with non-trivial utility requirements
• Documentation
• Draft and present Test Plans, Design Reviews, Test Readiness Reviews and Data Reviews
• Review and consult on documentation release for standards, design, and risk assessments

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
• 4+ years of professional work experience
• Hands-on experience in testing Ethernet products and troubleshooting issues
• Experience with PCB Design tools (Altium preferred)
• Experience using lab equipment (Oscilloscopes, E-loads, VNA, TDR, and spectrum analyzer)
• Experience using IxNetwork or TTworkbench

Bonus Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
• Systems and networking foundational knowledge (systems architecture, memory hierarchy, storage subsystems, LANs, routing)
• Experience with:
• Ethernet switching chipsets (i.e. Broadcom, Marvell), TCP/IP, L2/L3 etc
• Familiarity with IEEE 802.3x Ethernet standards and both NRZ and PAM-4 signaling
• CCNA, CCNP, CCIE certifications are a plus
• Common bus protocols (SPI, I2C, MDIO)
• Process/Tool Familiarity with:
• Requirement-Test Case management tools (Polarion preferred)
• Ubuntu operating system and Command Line Interface
• Python scripting
• Atlassian software products (Jira/Confluence)