Internetwork Expert
Test Engineer (Python Automation)
Internetwork Expert, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Our client, a cutting-edge startup in the satellite communications space, is seeking a
Python-savvy developer
with deep experience in
building automation frameworks
specifically for
testing mobile wireless technologies and cellular protocols . This role blends
hands-on development
with
test execution , beginning with manual testing of new features and transitioning into automation. This Series A-funded startup, headquartered in the D.C. metro area, has developed patented technology that allows
global text messaging via direct satellite-to-mobile device communication —no special hardware required. As they prepare for Series B, they are growing their engineering team to bring this revolutionary platform to life. What You’ll Be Doing
Act as the test engineer for a next-gen satellite-based cellular tower system Collaborate closely with developers and product managers to validate features Design and execute comprehensive end-to-end test plans and procedures Manually test new features and build automation where it doesn’t yet exist Develop and maintain test scripts using Python, Robot Framework, and other tools Contribute to evolving test frameworks and analytics infrastructure Use diagnostic tools such as Wireshark, QXDM, and traffic generators/emulators Stay current with trends in 4G, 5G, and IoT cellular technologies What You Bring
A degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field 4+ years of hands-on experience testing and integrating cellular systems (GSM, LTE) Strong knowledge of GSM/LTE architecture, protocols, and testing standards Proficiency in Python and Bash for scripting and test automation Experience with Linux environments and telecom testing tools (e.g., QXDM, Wireshark) Background in manual and automated test execution Working understanding of networking (TCP/IP, Ethernet, etc.) Desired: familiarity with OOP, and languages such as C/C++, Java Bonus points for DevOps exposure (CI/CD pipelines, GitLab, Terraform, Docker, etc.)
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Python-savvy developer
with deep experience in
building automation frameworks
specifically for
testing mobile wireless technologies and cellular protocols . This role blends
hands-on development
with
test execution , beginning with manual testing of new features and transitioning into automation. This Series A-funded startup, headquartered in the D.C. metro area, has developed patented technology that allows
global text messaging via direct satellite-to-mobile device communication —no special hardware required. As they prepare for Series B, they are growing their engineering team to bring this revolutionary platform to life. What You’ll Be Doing
Act as the test engineer for a next-gen satellite-based cellular tower system Collaborate closely with developers and product managers to validate features Design and execute comprehensive end-to-end test plans and procedures Manually test new features and build automation where it doesn’t yet exist Develop and maintain test scripts using Python, Robot Framework, and other tools Contribute to evolving test frameworks and analytics infrastructure Use diagnostic tools such as Wireshark, QXDM, and traffic generators/emulators Stay current with trends in 4G, 5G, and IoT cellular technologies What You Bring
A degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field 4+ years of hands-on experience testing and integrating cellular systems (GSM, LTE) Strong knowledge of GSM/LTE architecture, protocols, and testing standards Proficiency in Python and Bash for scripting and test automation Experience with Linux environments and telecom testing tools (e.g., QXDM, Wireshark) Background in manual and automated test execution Working understanding of networking (TCP/IP, Ethernet, etc.) Desired: familiarity with OOP, and languages such as C/C++, Java Bonus points for DevOps exposure (CI/CD pipelines, GitLab, Terraform, Docker, etc.)
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