Flex

Functional Test Engineer-1

Flex • $80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • 1+ years in failure analysis and system-level testing in manufacturing.
  • Proficiency in Python and Bash scripting, Linux operations, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience in computer and server hardware/software integration and repair in a manufacturing setting.
  • Strong statistical analysis skills for data-driven troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

  • Design test procedures for product validation.
  • Automate test execution and processes.
  • Analyze testing data to identify areas for improvement.
  • Provide technical leadership and training on Linux fundamentals.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for system debugging and validation.

Benefits

  • Full medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Short-term and long-term disability plans.
  • 401(k) matching contributions.
  • Paid vacation and sick time.
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
Full Job Description

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Test Engineer located in Austin, TX.

 

Reporting to the Test Engineering Manager, the Test Engineer will serve as a key technical lead and individual contributor. You’ll design procedures, automate test execution, analyze data for continuous improvement, and leverage expertise to deliver robust end-customer solutions.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in CS, CE, EE/Electronics, or related
  • 1+ years of hands-on experience in failure analysis and system-level testing within a high-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash), advanced Linux command-line operations, and hardware/network troubleshooting including the ability to train others on Linux fundamentals.
  • Expertise in computer and server hardware/software integration, diagnostics, and repair -particularly within a manufacturing or high-level assembly environment
  • Strong knowledge of statistical analysis and its application to data-driven troubleshooting and decision-making

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Performing hands-on debugging, validation, and system-level failure analysis of next-generation server and rack systems within a high-mix, high-ambiguity manufacturing environment.
  • System architecture understanding
  • Intermediate programming in Bash and Python.
  • Leak detection/prevention techniques and best practices.

 

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job Posting Start Date 09-25-2026 Job Posting End Date 09-30-2026 Job CategoryProduction Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

About Flex

Flex Ltd. is an American Singaporean-domiciled multinational electronics contract manufacturer. It is the third largest global electronics manufacturing services (EMS), original design manufacturer (ODM) company by revenue, behind only Pegatron for what concerns original equipment manufacturers. Flex has manufacturing operations in over 30 countries, totaling approximately 200,000 employees.
Learn more about Flex
Size
172,648 employees
Market Cap
$9.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$421 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+1.8%
Revenue
$23.3 billion
NASDAQ

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