Software Test Engineer I - Infrastructure Management (Hybrid - Hopkins, MN) at Digi International in Hopkins, MN

Job description

• Software Test Engineer I (Software Tester I) - Infrastructure Management
• Digi International is looking for a Software Test Engineer I to join the Infrastructure Management group. In this role you will help verify the quality of IoT products that span devices, gateways and the network-based, distributed software that manages them. You will define, design and execute test cases and test tools based on requirements, standards and real-world use cases, and you will grow your skills in test automation, defect analysis and quality processes alongside experienced developers, architects and QA engineers. This is an entry-level position well suited to a recent graduate or an early-career engineer who wants hands-on exposure to both software and connected hardware.

Responsibilities

• Work to ensure developed products meet design specifications and fall within total quality management limits and standards.
• Execute functional, regression, and system test for quality assurance.
• Design and develop test cases for new features and improved coverage.
• Design and develop test tools to support efficiency and automation.
• Install, modify and maintain test beds, fixtures and lab equipment used for multi-computer, network-based testing.
• Collaborate with product development on test focus and issue evaluation.
• Manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively.
• Use AI tools to accelerate test case drafting, log triage, test automation and script generation.

Requirements

• 2-year degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology or a related technical field or equivalent experience.
• 0-1 years of experience in a quality assurance role.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Python, Java, C.
• Familiarity with Linux-based systems.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for defect reports, test documentation and cross-team collaboration.
• Networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VPN, Wi-Fi, cellular or SNMP.
• Exposure to test automation frameworks (pytest, etc.)
• Basic understanding of virtual environments, including configuring and managing VMs.
• Experience with defect and test management tools (TestRail, Jira, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with embedded or connected hardware, serial consoles, routers, gateways or bench lab equipment.
• Experience working in an Agile or Scrum development process.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology or a related technical field.

Skills

Required

• Familiarity with Python, Java, C.
• Familiarity with Linux-based systems.

Benefits

• Digi International offers a distinctive Total Rewards package including a short-term incentive program, new hire stock award, paid parental leave, open (uncapped) PTO, and hybrid work environment in addition to our competitive medical, health & wellbeing and compensation offerings.
• The anticipated base pay range for this position is $57,000 – $89,000. Pay ranges are determined by role, job level and primary job location.  The range displayed reflects the reasonable range we anticipate paying for this position and reflects the cost of labor within several U.S. geographic markets. The specific salary offered within the range will depend on various factors including, but not limited to the candidate’s relevant and prior experience, education, skills, and primary work location.  It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each position. Pay ranges are typically reviewed and updated annually.