Lab Automation Software Engineer at Semtech in Ottawa, ON

Principal Responsibilities:

• Develop and support lab automation software utilizing Python
• Work with teams in the lab to optimize testing
• Develop a deep understanding of test equipment operation including oscilloscopes, bit error rate testers, vector network analyzers, and others
• Produce, contribute and maintain software documentation
• Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with designers, engineers, marketing and sales personnel;
• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of products.

Knowledge, skills and experience:

• Bachelors of Science or Engineering in relevant field
• Experience in test automation using Python
• Experience in using version control tools such as SVN
• Experience in testing embedded software
• Communication protocols such as I2C, SPI.
• Demonstrate initiative, technical aptitude and creativity, is results oriented and can flexibly manage time, priorities and multiple projects;
• Demonstrate experience of delivering documentation to a high standard;

Additional Skills and information:

• Proven experience in a similar lab automation role in the microelectronics (IC) or Wireless/Optical communications industry;
• Familiarity with MSA standards such as SFF (SFP and QSFP pluggable modules)
• Occasional travel may be required;