Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

About This Position

Through a C++ API and plug-ins for leading 3D engines, HaptX’s software development kits provide the tools we and our industrial customers need to integrate high-fidelity haptics into VR simulations and teleoperation applications. To support a growing market and our newest haptic hardware, we are constantly working to add new features to our API and increase its reliability.  We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented quality assurance engineer to spearhead our testing initiatives and build out a thorough and comprehensive testing program. 

Haptics is an interdisciplinary field. Working within a development team and communicating regularly with engineers, content developers, product and customer service management, the quality assurance engineer will identify gaps in test coverage, write and enforce testing standards for existing and new code, identify and document bugs, and write test plans for upcoming features. Strong written and verbal communication skills are important, as is a passion for collaboration. Expect not only to create and implement test plans and guide engineers in writing their own unit, regression, and integration tests. 

The most promising candidates will have demonstrated ability in creating and implementing a standardized testing program, knowledge of native code, and experience working with APIs and Linux. Additionally, experience with Unity or Unreal Engine, experience testing game or VR content would also be a plus. The ideal candidate would enjoy the thrill and the challenge of breaking new ground while working in a tight-knit, collaborative team of enthusiastic engineers developing advanced haptic technology.  HaptX is committed to increasing diversity across our organization, and we encourage all individuals from all backgrounds to apply for this role. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Review requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback
• Create detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases
• Estimate, prioritize, plan, and coordinate testing activities across the software and firmware stacks
• Design, develop, and execute automated testing scripts
• Perform thorough integration and regression testing
• Train and mentor software engineers in testing best practices
• Participate in code and design reviews  
• Demonstrate integrity and seek to build trust with coworkers 
• Understand and follow HaptX policies and procedures, including security policies 

Required Qualifications 

• 5+ years’ experience in a related position 
• Experience designing and building tests for APIs built in C++
• Experience in a leadership role, serving as a mentor and guide to other engineers 
• Distributed version control tools such as Git or Mercurial 
• Familiarity with both Windows and Linux environments  
• B.S. in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, or equivalent industry experience 
• Demonstrated ability to communicate concepts, ideas, and knowledge effectively and clearly to other individuals and teams 
• A team player with a friendly, positive attitude. Be comfortable wearing multiple hats and have a genuine willingness to help out where help is needed. 
• Humble, coachable, and eager to grow from feedback 
• Resourceful, adaptable, able to find solutions and thrive in a rapidly evolving and fast-paced environment with minimal supervision 
• Residence in or ability to relocate to the Redmond, Washington, area or the San Luis Obispo, California, area 
• No sponsorship available for this position 
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (i.e., has received final required dose in a COVID-19 vaccination series, including Moderna, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, or a vaccine administered outside of the United States and approved by the World Health Organization). Reasonable accommodations will be offered in accordance with applicable law for those who cannot receive the vaccine. 

Desired Skills and Experience 

• Firmware testing
• Scripting experience (e.g., Bash, Python, Perl) 
• Use of version control frontends such as GitHub or Sourcetree 
• Experience working with C++ build systems (e.g. CMake) and CI/CD tools. 
• Experience using a 3D game engine such as Unity or Unreal Engine 
• C# experience 
• Sturdy grasp of physics/mechanics concepts (forces, velocities, etc.) 
• Geometry, trigonometry, and basic linear algebra, including vector and matrix math 

Physical Requirements 

• Be able to spend approximately six hours a day at a keyboard 
• Have enough sensation in both hands to feel the output of HaptX Gloves 
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.