System Integration and Test Lead

Korn Ferry

$120K — $150K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 13+ years in system testing, including 3+ years in a leadership role
  • 2+ years experience in automation scripting with languages like C/C++/C# or Python
  • Familiarity with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and management of testing budgets
  • Experience with requirements management systems like DOORS or JAMA
  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
  • Active United States Secret Clearance required

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with product teams to refine test coverage and align with customer use cases
  • Develop comprehensive test plans that include multiple testing types
  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers across various projects
  • Oversee execution of both manual and automated test cases
  • Validate end-to-end system functionality focusing on Layer 2/3 protocols
  • Participate in debugging and root cause analysis of complex defects
  • Generate detailed test reports and communicate findings to stakeholders

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical coverage
  • Financial benefits including bonuses or stock options
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Work in a collaborative and innovative environment
  • On-site presence in Carlsbad, CA
Full Job Description
System Integration and Test Lead

Requisition ID

5403

Country

United States of America

City

Carlsbad

Market

Internet Services

Job description

The day-to-day
  • Collaborate with Integrated Product and Product Management teams to adjust test coverage and align to customer user cases
  • Develop comprehensive test plans covering functional, integration, performance, and interoperability testing.
  • Ensure alignment with product requirements and industry standards (e.g., IEEE, RFCs).
  • Lead and mentor a team of system and software test engineers across multiple projects.
  • Assign tasks, review test cases, and ensure timely execution of test cycles.
  • Oversee execution of system and automated test cases.
  • Validate end-to-end system functionality including Layer 2/3 protocols.
  • Perform regression, robustness, and stress testing.
  • Actively participate in the debugging process, performing deep-level root cause analysis for complex defects. Work alongside development teams to resolve issues and prevent future recurrences.
  • Maintain detailed records of test results, defects, and coverage metrics.
  • Generate test reports and present findings to stakeholders.
  • Define and own system-level test strategies for networking products and systems
  • Complete various tests, analyze data, and detail the results.
  • Using Python to automate both the execution of tests as well as the test procedure and test report documentation.

What you'll need
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related subject area
  • 13+ years in system testing, with 3+ years in a leadership role
  • 2+ years of experience in scripting language to develop automation. C/C++/C#, or Python.
  • Experience ensuring that testing activities align with the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and manage testing-related budget/costs.
  • Experience creating verification cross reference matrixes in an enterprise requirements management system (DOORS, JAMA, etc).
  • Experience in authoring and maintaining automated test procedures, technical reports, and supporting documentation in alignment with acceptance, qualification, certification, and functional testing standards.
  • Experience with networking protocols and systems, e.g., TCP/IP, SNMP, DHCP, DNS, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), Wireshark, etc.
  • Strong analytical and debugging skills.
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
  • Must be a United States Citizen
  • Active United States Secret Clearance required
  • This is an on-site position located in Carlsbad, CA.
What will help you on the job
  • Proficient with data acquisition systems and test tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, oscilloscopes, network analyzers).
  • Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Earned Value Management (EVM).
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies (e.g., Sprint Planning, Scrum).
  • Experience in transition-to-production efforts.
  • Knowledge of MIL-STD, IPC, or similar industry standards.

Salary range

We consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

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