Manufacturing Test Engineer

<div class="content-intro"><p>Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.</p></div><p class="p1"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manufacturing Test Software Engineer with production experience in manufacturing environments to join the Manufacturing team and expand our manufacturing test capabilities for our autonomous vehicle systems. This position will be a key member of the Manufacturing Test team and play a pivotal role in automating various tests, improving test coverage, scaling test capacity while ensuring long-term reliability, and integrating test systems with our MES / PLM systems</span></p> <p class="p2"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">In this role, you will:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Own, develop, improve, troubleshoot, and maintain new and existing manufacturing test software to automate or execute configuration, verification, and/or testing of various components (PCBAs, third-party devices, sensors, etc.) and subassemblies.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Work with and improve existing manufacturing test frameworks and execution platforms for production environments.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Translate engineering test prototypes into robust, production-grade test platforms.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Contribute to integrating and interfacing manufacturing test solutions with MES, PLM, and traceability systems.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop improvements and optimizations for operator-facing user interfaces in manufacturing.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate with various teams such as Manufacturing/Quality, Embedded, Integration, IT/CyberSecurity, etc. to determine test coverage / metrics, and align on test features and APIs, secure deployment for manufacturing tests.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Implement optimization for DB operations for manufacturing test traceability &amp; queries for dashboards, manufacturing process flow enforcement, etc.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage and maintain test code repositories using GitHub, ensuring version control and collaboration with other team members.</span></li> </ul> <p class="p2"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">What you’ll bring:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering, and/or equivalent experience.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">3 plus years of experience in manufacturing test development, preferably in the autonomous vehicle / automotive industry.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Proven software experience transitioning validation testing into manufacturing test systems.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong proficiency in Python/C# for production, testing, and automation </span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">bonus: C++ for interfacing with various hardware or embedded devices</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong understanding of various communications/interface protocols such as I2C, UART, USB, UDS, CAN, LIN, Ethernet &amp; Automotive Ethernet.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Comfortable working with complex systems involving multiple hardware and subsystems and operating independently in manufacturing/production environments.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Solid experience with Manufacturing Test Execution platforms such as ATEasy, NI TestStand, Keysight Test Exec, etc.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience with DBs (such as PGSQL, MySQL, MSSQL) for test data storage &amp; query optimization</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience using lab equipment like DMMs, Oscilloscopes, DAQs, Power supplies and Electronics loads both manually and programmatically</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Basic understanding of AWS Infrastructure services.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong experience and understanding working with standard OSes like Ubuntu/Debian &amp; Windows</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Capable of reading and interpreting electrical and/or mechanical schematics and diagrams.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong understanding of best practices in software engineering and manufacturing.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to manage multiple software releases across various product categories.</span></li> </ul> <p class="p2"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">What we offer:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Our office is centrally located in Mountain View, CA</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Fidelity 401(k)</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)</span></li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>The pay range listed below reflects the base salary&nbsp;<strong data-stringify-type="bold">in our SF/Silicon Valley location,&nbsp;</strong>across several internal levels. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location, experience, relevant training, education, skill level and performance during interview. Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay, equity, bonus and a competitive benefits package</p></div><div class="title">California Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$140,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$170,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><div>&nbsp;</div> <div>At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><em>We use a third-party AI tool (Endorsed) to assist in the initial screening of applications. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our human recruitment team, and no automated system makes the ultimate decision regarding hiring. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. We began using Endorsed on January 1, 2026. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Endorsed [here](</em><em><a href="https://endorsed.com/local-law-144" target="_blank" data-sk="tooltip_parent">https://endorsed.com/local-law-144</a></em><em>). By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process. If you have any questions or would like to request a separate review of your application, please contact </em><em><a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" data-sk="tooltip_parent">[email protected]</a></em><em> with "Separate Review Request" in the email subject line.</em></div> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>