Quality Engineer- Software
Saronic Technologies
Quality Assurance
Austin, TX, USA
Posted on May 13, 2025
Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.
Role Summary
We’re looking for a Quality Engineer- Software to join our growing QA team and help ensure the reliability of both the mission-critical web-based operator interfaces and the backend services that power our autonomous systems. This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and are passionate about software testing, automation, and real-world deployment.
In this role, you’ll work across the software lifecycle — from writing test cases and building test infrastructure to participating in live sea trials.
What You’ll Do:
- Design and maintain manual and automated test cases using tools like Xray, TestRail, or Testiny.
- Automate end-to-end UI testing flows with Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium.
- Develop API and integration tests in Python (PyTest) or using Rust-based test harnesses for REST/gRPC services.
- Run Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) simulations and perform Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing on bench test rigs and prototype vessels.
- Integrate tests into our GitHub Actions-based CI pipeline and monitor nightly test regressions.
- Participate in field testing and sea trials (approx. 5–15% travel), collecting diagnostic data and validating fixes.
- Contribute to improvements in test infrastructure, coverage, metrics, and DevSecOps practices as your experience grows.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 2+ years of professional or internship/co-op experience in software QA, automation, software engineering, or DevOps.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Robotics, or equivalent experience in hands-on QA or project work.
- Proficiency in Python and/or Rust.
- Hands-on experience with at least one automated testing framework (e.g., PyTest, Playwright, Cypress, Selenium).
- Strong understanding of version control systems (Git), basic networking, and software testing fundamentals.
- Comfortable working in Linux or macOS terminal environments.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with ROS 2, Gazebo/Unreal Engine, or other robotics middleware.
- Experience with SIL/HIL systems, embedded platforms, and diagnostic protocols (CAN, Ethernet).
- Knowledge of defense/aviation software standards (e.g., MIL-STD-882, DO-178C).
- Exposure to performance, fuzz, or security testing of distributed systems.
- Eligibility for a U.S. DoD security clearance (not required, but a plus).
- Experience with NixOS, especially in robotics or CI contexts.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
- Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
- Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
- Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
- Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
- Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
- Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
- Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
- Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.