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We are seeking a highly skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to develop our test automation initiatives, particularly in the context of embedded systems. In this role, you will be tasked with architecting, maintaining, and optimizing robust automation frameworks, automated test suites designed to validate both the software and hardware interfaces of our products. The position involves close collaboration with development and QA teams to ensure seamless, high-quality product releases.
The ideal candidate will have experience with test automation frameworks, demonstrated expertise in coding automated tests from the ground up, and a solid understanding of software development and system integration principles. Specific expertise in embedded systems testing is essential, as this role focuses on developing and executing test strategies that ensure the functionality, performance, and reliability of our hardware-software integration. Candidates should have hands-on experience in programming test suites for low-level software and hardware interfaces, ensuring the robustness and reliability of our embedded products across various configurations.
Key job responsibilities
- Design and implement automated test suites to validate the functionality, interoperability, and reliability of WiFi network components and configurations.
- Develop test cases that cover a wide range of scenarios, including client roaming, mesh network formation, load balancing, and failover.
- Leverage industry-standard testing tools and frameworks to measure and analyze key performance metrics such as throughput, latency, and coverage.
- Collaborate with the engineering teams to understand the product architecture, identify potential points of failure, and incorporate feedback into the testing strategy.
- Contribute to eero's automation frameworks and infrastructure to help developer and QA teams to implement test cases/suites.
- Analyze test results, report on system performance, and work closely with the development team to address any issues or regressions.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in wireless networking testing, and continuously improve the testing infrastructure and processes.
- Mentor and guide junior team members in test automation and quality assurance practices for wireless technologies.
A day in the life
The wifi testing team is a lean team working on multiple aspects of the wifi stack from integration, mac layer functionality, routing & networking to host layer application level validation to improve the user experience of our mesh solutions. You will be working in a fast paced environment and directly interacting with cross-functional teams and different stakeholders to drive decisions about the product.
About the team
The WiFi test and automation team in eero provides the most secure, fast, reliable and complete WiFi router system to our customers. We innovate on behalf of our customers. The team members are working closely to provide the best customer experience. WiFi team owns from design & development to quality assurance with dedicated WiFi labs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with web services and REST APIs
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 5+ years of experience in software testing, with a strong focus on test automation for wireless networking products.
- Proficiency in python programming language
- 4+ years of experience on various OS (linux/mac/windows)
- 2+ years of experience with RF/WiFi equipment and tools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Hands-on experience with popular test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Robot Framework, pytest, Selenium) applicable to wireless networking.
- Familiarity with network performance testing tools and metrics (e.g., Iperf, iPerf3, Ookla Speedtest, etc).
- Experience in maintaining & scaling up WiFi test labs
- In-depth understanding of networking protocols such 802.11(ac/ax/be), Ethernet, (DHCP, DNS, ARP, ICMP)
- Hands-on experience in setting up and configuring WiFi mesh networks is a significant advantage.
- Experience with virtualization and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) for test environment management.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Los Gatos - 165,200.00 - 223,600.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a highly skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to develop our test automation initiatives, particularly in the context of embedded systems. In this role, you will be tasked with architecting, maintaining, and optimizing robust automation frameworks, automated test suites designed to validate both the software and hardware interfaces of our products. The position involves close collaboration with development and QA teams to ensure seamless, high-quality product releases.
The ideal candidate will have experience with test automation frameworks, demonstrated expertise in coding automated tests from the ground up, and a solid understanding of software development and system integration principles. Specific expertise in embedded systems testing is essential, as this role focuses on developing and executing test strategies that ensure the functionality, performance, and reliability of our hardware-software integration. Candidates should have hands-on experience in programming test suites for low-level software and hardware interfaces, ensuring the robustness and reliability of our embedded products across various configurations.
Key job responsibilities
- Design and implement automated test suites to validate the functionality, interoperability, and reliability of WiFi network components and configurations.
- Develop test cases that cover a wide range of scenarios, including client roaming, mesh network formation, load balancing, and failover.
- Leverage industry-standard testing tools and frameworks to measure and analyze key performance metrics such as throughput, latency, and coverage.
- Collaborate with the engineering teams to understand the product architecture, identify potential points of failure, and incorporate feedback into the testing strategy.
- Contribute to eero's automation frameworks and infrastructure to help developer and QA teams to implement test cases/suites.
- Analyze test results, report on system performance, and work closely with the development team to address any issues or regressions.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in wireless networking testing, and continuously improve the testing infrastructure and processes.
- Mentor and guide junior team members in test automation and quality assurance practices for wireless technologies.
A day in the life
The wifi testing team is a lean team working on multiple aspects of the wifi stack from integration, mac layer functionality, routing & networking to host layer application level validation to improve the user experience of our mesh solutions. You will be working in a fast paced environment and directly interacting with cross-functional teams and different stakeholders to drive decisions about the product.
About the team
The WiFi test and automation team in eero provides the most secure, fast, reliable and complete WiFi router system to our customers. We innovate on behalf of our customers. The team members are working closely to provide the best customer experience. WiFi team owns from design & development to quality assurance with dedicated WiFi labs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with web services and REST APIs
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 5+ years of experience in software testing, with a strong focus on test automation for wireless networking products.
- Proficiency in python programming language
- 4+ years of experience on various OS (linux/mac/windows)
- 2+ years of experience with RF/WiFi equipment and tools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Hands-on experience with popular test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Robot Framework, pytest, Selenium) applicable to wireless networking.
- Familiarity with network performance testing tools and metrics (e.g., Iperf, iPerf3, Ookla Speedtest, etc).
- Experience in maintaining & scaling up WiFi test labs
- In-depth understanding of networking protocols such 802.11(ac/ax/be), Ethernet, (DHCP, DNS, ARP, ICMP)
- Hands-on experience in setting up and configuring WiFi mesh networks is a significant advantage.
- Experience with virtualization and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) for test environment management.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Los Gatos - 165,200.00 - 223,600.00 USD annually
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Align your resume to SOC codes
SDET roles map to SOC code 15-1252 (Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers) in DOL filings. Ensure your resume reflects that classification's core competencies so your LCA and I-129 petition stay internally consistent.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV prevailing wage for your specific work location before you accept an offer. Your employer must certify at least that wage on the LCA, so knowing the floor protects you.
Target E-Verify enrolled employers early
If you're on OPT STEM extension and transitioning to H-1B, your employer must be E-Verify enrolled. Confirm enrollment status before your offer stage, not after, to avoid cap-gap complications near your OPT expiration.
Find SDET roles with H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to filter SDET openings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for this occupation. That filing record signals the employer already understands the process and has approved it internally.
Document your testing specialization for RFE defense
USCIS sometimes issues Requests for Evidence on SDET petitions questioning specialty occupation status. Gather degree transcripts, job descriptions referencing specific frameworks like Selenium or Cypress, and any certifications that tie your degree directly to the testing role.
Time your petition around the April cap window
H-1B cap-subject petitions can only be filed after the lottery registration in March. Your start date won't be earlier than October 1, so negotiate your offer letter to reflect a conditional start tied to USCIS approval.
H-1B Visa Software Development Engineer In Test: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an SDET role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Software Development Engineer In Test positions typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require theoretical and practical application of computer science or software engineering at the bachelor's degree level or higher. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties, so your employer's petition should document that the role requires that degree in a directly related field, not just any bachelor's degree.
Which H-1B employers regularly hire SDETs?
Large technology companies, cloud infrastructure firms, and enterprise software companies have consistent SDET hiring and established H-1B sponsorship programs. You can browse SDET openings filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate, which sources data directly from DOL disclosure records so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness.
Can my employer file an H-1B for an SDET role without a permanent position in mind?
Yes. H-1B is a nonimmigrant status, so USCIS does not require the employer to intend permanent hire. However, the LCA must reflect the actual work location and a bona fide job offer. If your role is project-based or contract-to-hire, the employer still needs to certify the prevailing wage for the full requested petition period.
How does the H-1B lottery affect SDET candidates at cap-subject employers?
If your employer is not cap-exempt, your petition enters the annual H-1B lottery, which USCIS runs each March for the following fiscal year starting October 1. Registration is selected randomly, so having a strong application doesn't improve lottery odds. Cap-exempt employers, including certain nonprofits, universities, and government research organizations, can file outside the lottery at any time.
What happens to my H-1B if I move from one SDET role to a different employer?
You can transfer your H-1B to a new employer through H-1B portability under AC21, which allows you to start working for the new employer as soon as they file a non-frivolous transfer petition, provided your current petition has been approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer must file a new I-129 and LCA covering your new work location and duties.