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Senior Systems Test Engineer

Santa Clara, California, United StatesOnsiteFull TimeSenior$55–$63 /hrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Seeking a Senior Systems Test Engineer for a contract position in Santa Clara, CA. This role focuses on validating products through systematic testing, analyzing HW/SW/FW failures, and proposing debug strategies. The engineer will contribute to improving testing strategies, tools, and processes, with a focus on automation to achieve near-100% code coverage. Responsibilities include developing OS/System-Level Automation, executing test plans, and providing root cause analysis and corrective action plans. Requires deep systems knowledge including x86/ARM architectures, Linux/Windows OS internals, firmware (UEFI/BIOS), BMC, and platform security.

Description:

  • Validate products through the use of systematic tests to develop, apply, and maintain quality standards.
  • Analyze logs and failures that may span Hardware (HW), Software (SW), and Firmware (FW) and propose debug and mitigation strategies.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing strategies, tools, and processes to drive innovation and quality.
  • Work with AI tools to facilitate the automation process.
  • Adding new automation to improve code coverage and overall product quality; identifying gaps and contributing to near-100% automation goals.
  • Developing OS/System-Level Automation and Test Automation software/scripting/etc.
  • Develop, modify, and execute test plans.
  • Maintain documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of GPUs.
  • Provide root cause and corrective action plans in a timely manner and write clear and complete reports detailing steps taken and findings.

Requirements:

  • BS degree in CS/EE or two years QA experience
  • Able to build PCs: Assembly, Setup, installation etc.
  • Strong experience in executing test plans, interpret and communicate results.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in test development, firmware development, automation, or software engineering.
  • Proven experience architecting diagnostics for complex server systems, especially at the SW/HW interface.
  • Deep systems knowledge: x86/ARM architectures, Linux/Windows OS internals, firmware (UEFI/BIOS), BMC, and platform security.
  • Familiar with Hardware/Software management (components/devices/peripherals, drivers, etc)
  • OS: Administration Linux and Windows, Networking, Security, Imaging (Baremetal, VM, etc)
  • Experience in developing strong QA processes.
  • Good communication skills: Verbal and written.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Santa Clara, CA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $63.31/hr.
Eligibility Requirements Apply To Some Benefits And May Depend On Your Job Classification And Length Of Employment. Benefits Are Subject To Change And May Be Subject To Specific Elections, Plan, Or Program Terms. If Eligible, The Benefits Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following:

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Santa Clara,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.
h4>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services
We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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