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CYNET SYSTEMS

Automation Tester/Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Develop automated TOSCA scripts and assist senior developers in building, testing, and debugging Java applications. * Participate in code reviews and follow SDLC best practices. * Collaborate with ...

Analog Devices

System Architecture Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

Lab Evaluation & Testing: Lead test benches setting up, conducting debug, performing hardware verification, and executing the test plan of high voltage power modules (DC/DC modules), hotswap and PDBs.

Analogdevices

System Architecture Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

Lab Evaluation & Testing: Lead test benches setting up, conducting debug, performing hardware verification, and executing the test plan of high voltage power modules (DC/DC modules), hotswap and PDBs.

EndoSec LLC

FPGA Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$126K - $162K/yr

... debugging tools and techniques to diagnose and resolve issues within FPGA designs and hardware platforms. Documentation: Prepare detailed documentation, including design specifications, testing ...

MDAEdge

API Developer

Cary, NC · On-site

... Testing (SIT); must possess strong debugging and troubleshooting skills. • Demonstrate the ability to learn and retain complex technical material quickly. • Perform unit testing and maintain ...

EndoSec LLC

FPGA Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$126K - $162K/yr

... debugging tools and techniques to diagnose and resolve issues within FPGA designs and hardware platforms. Documentation: Prepare detailed documentation, including design specifications, testing ...

Vadum Inc

Firmware Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$125K - $180K/yr

Write scripts, conduct testing, and resolve debugging tasks. * Serve as a technical resource to the team. * Handle testing, system performance, environmental and system troubleshooting. * Support ...

Vadum Inc

Firmware Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$125K - $180K/yr

Write scripts, conduct testing, and resolve debugging tasks. * Serve as a technical resource to the team. * Handle testing, system performance, environmental and system troubleshooting. * Support ...

Photon

Android Developer

Durham, NC · On-site

$50.50 - $66.25/hr

* Strong experience in mobile app development and testing frameworks (Espresso, UI Automator, Jetpack ... Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills * Understanding of mobile performance ...

Vadum, Inc.

Firmware Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$125K/yr

Write scripts, conduct testing, and resolve debugging tasks. * Serve as a technical resource to the team. * Handle testing, system performance, environmental and system troubleshooting. * Support ...

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How much do debug tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for debug tester in Durham, NC is $45.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36.25 and $54.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a debug tester?

Debug Testers are professionals responsible for identifying, reporting, and helping to resolve software bugs and issues within a program or application. They typically work closely with software developers and quality assurance teams to ensure that products are free from defects before release. Debug Testers use specialized tools to track errors, reproduce issues, and document their findings for developers to fix. Their work is crucial in maintaining the quality and reliability of software products.

How does a debug tester typically collaborate with developers and QA teams during the game development cycle?

Debug Testers regularly work alongside developers and quality assurance (QA) teams to identify, document, and help resolve bugs and technical issues in games. They communicate findings through detailed reports, reproduce issues as needed, and often participate in daily stand-ups or sync meetings to discuss ongoing problems and priorities. This collaborative environment requires strong communication skills and a keen eye for detail. Effective Debug Testers help ensure that issues are not only found but clearly understood and addressed by the appropriate teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a debug tester, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Debug Tester, you need a solid understanding of software testing principles, bug tracking, and technical troubleshooting, often supported by a background in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with debugging tools, test management systems, and version control platforms like JIRA, Bugzilla, and Git is typically required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication help Debug Testers identify, document, and report issues accurately. These skills ensure that software products are reliable and high-quality before release, minimizing costly errors and improving user experience.

Is software testing still in demand?

Software testing remains a vital part of the software development process, with demand driven by the increasing complexity of applications and the need for quality assurance. Testers with skills in automation tools and scripting are especially sought after, and the role often requires familiarity with programming languages and testing frameworks.
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Sr. Principal Software Engineer, Debug Tools

Ampere Computing LLC

Durham, NC • On-site

$225K - $338K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Description
Invent the future with us.
Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy efficient AI compute.
As a pioneer in the new frontier of energy efficient high-performance computing, Ampere is part of the Softbank Group of companies driving sustainable computing for AI, Cloud, and edge applications.
Join us at Ampere and work alongside a passionate and growing team - we'd love to have you apply!
About the Role
As a core member of the Ampere Debug Tools team, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, and development of Debug Tools solutions for the next generation of Ampere products. This role is distinguished by deep technical ownership, architecture leadership, and cross-team influence.
The Debug Tools Team is part of the Ampere Software Team. Our mission is to develop a comprehensive debug strategy and roadmap for internal debug capabilities, as well as to develop and deploy debug solutions for all internal and external Ampere SoC users.
  • Internal users include Debug Tools software users from the Virtual Platform, Emulation, Platform, Design Validation (DV), Post-Silicon Validation, Design For Test (DFT), Firmware, Operating System, Software, Performance, and Application Engineering teams.
  • External users include partners, ODMs, OEMs, datacenter, edge and embedded customers.
  • Debug solutions include Arm Development Studio, TRACE32 PowerView, and OpenOCD debuggers, Arm Self-Hosted Trace for Linux, and utilities for invasive debug, bus trace, instruction trace, array dump, and scan dump.

What You'll Achieve:
  • Architect, design, develop, and deploy software-based Debug Tools for custom 64-bit Armv9 SoC and other processors.
  • Invent new debug tools and techniques for future products and technologies.
  • Influence the architecture and design team decisions with knowledge of internal and external debug tools on Ampere SoCs.
  • Contribute to software architecture and design documents, application notes, and other software product documentation.
  • Develop tooling for advanced debugging techniques, such as instruction trace, bus trace, array dump, scan dump, and ATE bootstrapping.
  • Develop open source JTAG and self-hosted trace and debugger software for internal and external use in debugging Ampere microprocessors.
  • Develop Arm Development Studio, TRACE32, and OpenOCD utilities for internal and external use in debugging Ampere microprocessors.
  • Perform pre-silicon bring-up of debug software on software simulators and hardware emulation platforms.
  • Collaborate with hardware design, architecture, post-silicon validation, and platform AE teams, as necessary, to resolve critical customer issues.

About You:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Software Engineering or related technical field & 12 years of related experience; or MS degree & 8 years; or PhD & 5 years
  • Proficiency with Arm® architecture and ecosystem, including Armv8-a/v9-a and Armv7-m processor architectures, Arm Debug Interface Architecture, Arm CoreSight™ Architecture, Arm AMBA® APB, AXI, AHB, and CHI protocols.
  • Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and Bash programming.
  • Experience using Arm Development Studio, TRACE32 PowerView, OpenOCD, and GDB debuggers.
  • Experience with instruction trace, bus trace, scan dumps, array dumps, and crash capture.
  • Experience with version control tools such as git, and software best practices.
  • Strong analytical, debugging, and testing methodology skills.
  • Proven ability to own problems and drive them to a resolution.
  • Experience with system software debugging, tracing, and analysis tools, such as perf, ftrace, etc, is recommended.

What We'll Offer:
At Ampere we believe in taking care of our employees and providing a competitive total rewards package that includes base pay, cash long-term incentive, and comprehensive benefits. The full base pay range for this role is between $225,500 and $338,500, except in the San Francisco Bay Area where the range is between $237,000 and $356,000.
Our benefits include health, wellness, and financial programs that support employees through every stage of life.
Benefit highlights include:
  • Premium medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, as well as income protection and a 401K retirement plan, so that you can feel secure in your health and financial future.
  • Unlimited Flextime and 10+ paid holidays so that you can embrace a healthy work-life balance.
  • A variety of healthy snacks, energizing espresso, and refreshing drinks to keep you fueled and focused throughout the day.

And there is much more than compensation and benefits. At Ampere, we foster an inclusive culture that empowers our employees to do more and grow more. We are excited to share more about our career opportunities with you through the interview process. Our benefits include health, wellness, and financial programs that support employees through every stage of life.
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Ampere is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, veteran and/or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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