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Software Engineer II (Full Time) - United States

Confidential Client•Telecommunications
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-SiteN/A
Milpitas, California
A Day Ago

The Software Engineer II role at Confidential Client focuses on quality assurance and automation for next-generation wireless products. The engineer will develop and execute test plans, automate testing using Python, analyze system behavior, and collaborate with development teams to ensure high-quality wireless platform delivery. This position offers hands-on experience with real networking environments and AI-assisted tools to enhance testing efficiency.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Software Development.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

This role is for an early-career QA / Automation Engineer (Software Engineer II) supporting wireless product validation. You will join the wireless Test & Automation team to help ensure product quality, reliability, and performance across real networking environments.

  • Write and execute test plans and test cases for wireless features and end-to-end systems
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts and frameworks (primarily Python)
  • Analyze test results, identify issues and performance gaps, and document findings
  • Reproduce customer and system issues in controlled lab environments
  • Assist in configuring and maintaining testbeds (routers, switches, access points)
  • Collaborate with development and platform teams to debug and resolve problems
  • Use AI-assisted engineering tools (e.g., Copilot, Cursor) to improve testing speed and automation

What We’re Looking For (Minimum Qualifications)

To be considered, candidates should meet one of the educational/experience options below and demonstrate core technical skills:

  • Meet one of the following:
    • Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience (completed within past 3 years or expected in next 12 months); or
    • Bachelor’s degree with ~2 years of relevant work experience
  • Degree or qualifying experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Network Engineering, or a related field
  • Strong programming fundamentals, preferably in Python or a similar scripting language
  • Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, routing)
  • Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Curious about AI-enabled engineering practices and comfortable using AI tools to assist productivity

Preferred Qualifications

  • Exposure to networking devices (routers, switches, access points) via coursework, labs, or internships
  • Experience setting up and troubleshooting small network environments
  • Basic understanding of wireless technologies (Wi‑Fi / 802.11)
  • Relevant certifications such as CCNA (or actively working toward certification)

Workplace & Employment Type

  • Employment type: FULL_TIME
  • Location: Milpitas, CA (on-site or hybrid as required by the team)
  • This posting supports fair hiring practices and does not require disclosure of protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.

Why Join This Team

  • Work on widely deployed wireless systems that impact millions of users
  • Hands-on labs and real-network troubleshooting experience
  • Opportunity to learn automation, testing at scale, and AI-assisted engineering practices
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams (development, platform, systems)

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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