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Cisco

Test Development Engineer

Maynard, MA · On-site

$122K - $172K/yr

... test solutions for innovative Optical Transceiver products. We are at the very crossroads between Engineering development, Program Management, and Contract Manufacturing and thus in an outstanding ...

Cisco

Test Development Engineer

Maynard, MA

$122K - $172K/yr

... test solutions for innovative Optical Transceiver products. We are at the very crossroads between Engineering development, Program Management, and Contract Manufacturing and thus in an outstanding ...

Broadcom, Inc.

ATE Test Development Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$108K - $172K/yr

Test Development: Develop ATE test program for products for networking switches that are high power and have high speed SERDES (>100G) and bring the product from design to manufacturing. * Test ...

Broadcom

ATE Test Development Engineer

Irvine, CA

$108K - $192K/yr

Test Development: Develop ATE test program for products for networking switches that are high power and have high speed serdes (>100G) and bring the product from design to manufacturing. * Test ...

Broadcom

ATE Test Development Engineer

Irvine, CA

$108K - $172K/yr

Test Development: Develop ATE test program for products for networking switches that are high power and have high speed SERDES (>100G) and bring the product from design to manufacturing. * Test ...

Broadcom, Inc.

ATE Test Development Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$108K - $172K/yr

Test Development: Develop ATE test program for products for networking switches that are high power and have high speed SERDES (>100G) and bring the product from design to manufacturing. * Test ...

Broadcom, Inc.

ATE Test Development Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$108K - $192K/yr

Test Development: Develop ATE test program for products for networking switches that are high power and have high speed serdes (>100G) and bring the product from design to manufacturing. * Test ...

Broadcom

ATE Test Development Engineer

Irvine, CA

$108K - $172K/yr

Test Development: Develop ATE test program for products for networking switches that are high power and have high speed SERDES (>100G) and bring the product from design to manufacturing. * Test ...

onsemi

Principal Test Development Engineer

Hopewell, NY · On-site

onsemi is looking for a Principal Test Engineer to lead test development and provide engineering support for Embedded onsemi Power Module (EoPM) new product development, ensuring robust testing and ...

Qorvo, Inc.

RF Test Development Engineer

Richardson, TX · On-site

We're hiring an RF Test Development Engineer to join our High Performance Analog Product Developmen t team, where you'll develop automated RF test solutions for products in the Aerospace and Defense ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for test dev in the United States is $49.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.17 and $63.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Test Devs?

Test Devs, short for Test Developers, are professionals who design, develop, and implement automated testing frameworks and tools to ensure the quality of software applications. They work closely with software engineers to create robust test cases, identify bugs, and verify that software meets required standards. Test Devs often write code to automate repetitive testing tasks and help streamline the software development process. Their work is crucial in delivering reliable and high-quality software products.

What is the difference between Test Dev vs Software Developer?

AspectTest DevSoftware Developer
Primary FocusDesigning and developing automated tests, testing frameworks, and quality assurance toolsCreating, coding, and maintaining software applications and features
Required SkillsProgramming, scripting, testing tools, understanding of QA processesProgramming, software design, problem-solving, application development
Work EnvironmentQA teams, testing labs, development teamsDevelopment teams, project environments, coding labs
Common CertificationsISTQB, Certified Software Tester, automation testing certificationsJava, C++, Python certifications, software development certifications

Test Developers focus on creating testing tools and automating quality assurance processes, while Software Developers primarily build and maintain software applications. Both roles require programming skills, but their core responsibilities differ in focus and output.

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

To thrive as a Test Developer, you need a strong background in software testing methodologies, programming languages (such as Python, Java, or C#), and a relevant degree in computer science or engineering. Familiarity with automated testing tools like Selenium, JUnit, or TestNG, and experience with CI/CD systems are commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication set top performers apart in this role. These skills ensure the delivery of high-quality, reliable software products by detecting issues early and collaborating efficiently with development teams.

What are some typical challenges faced by Test Developers when working with fast-paced development teams?

Test Developers often encounter challenges such as keeping automated tests synchronized with rapidly evolving codebases and adapting test frameworks to new technologies. Collaborating closely with developers is essential to ensure tests are relevant and maintainable, especially when requirements shift quickly. Additionally, balancing thorough test coverage with tight release deadlines can be demanding. Proactive communication and continuous learning are key strategies for overcoming these obstacles.
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Manufacturing Test Development Engineer

Manufacturing Test Development Engineer

Cerebras Systems

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site

$170K - $210K/yr

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About The Role

As a Test Development Engineer on our manufacturing team you will be working with diagnostics, system design, manufacturing, and quality teams to develop test automation solutions for our products from PCBA to system level. You will also work closely with our contract manufacturing sites to fulfill a complete test automation solution for manufacturing test data, yield improvement, and traceability.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and design manufacturing test automation software/scripts to test Cerebras products from PCBA to system level.
  • Develop and implement GUI solutions for test automation.
  • Work with our contract manufacturers to develop and implement a test data reporting portal for manufacturing traceability and analysis.
  • Sustain our current test software and infrastructure and help root cause and resolve any manufacturing test software issues or hardware defects.
  • Design a web interface for user to modify/edit settings from mySQL database on AWS.
  • Setup the various infrastructures at our manufacturing sites to support test equipment and server operation.
  • Interact with contract manufacturing site for all the technical issues relating to manufacturing test.
  • Work with diagnostics, system design, manufacturing and quality team to bring up test automation suites for the new products.
Requirements
  • Bachelors in computer science, electrical engineering, or other related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in test automation, test development or related experience.
  • Skilled in C/C++, Visual Studio, Python programming languages.
  • Good knowledge of js, MySQL, SQL, SQL Server Reporting Service.
  • Good knowledge of Pexpect, SSH, Telnet, RS-232, bash script.
  • Good knowledge of Windows, Linux, Ubuntu, Centos, VNC viewer, Console server.
  • Debugging skills and knowledge of debugging complex software stack.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience in GUI development.
  • Experience in Web development.
  • Experience in API development.

The base salary range for this position is $170,000 to $210,000 annually.  Actual compensation may include bonus and equity, and will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.

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