Test Development Engineer

Cisco

Test Development Engineer at Cisco designing automated test platforms for manufacturing partners. Collaborating with engineering teams to enhance product quality and reliability through effective testing.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timeSan Jose • California, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $135,800 - $193,400 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, and deploy automated test platforms for Cisco's global manufacturing partners
Develop robust test automation scripts using Python to streamline functional testing
Generate product-specific test plans and drive comprehensive test coverage based on product requirements
Analyze manufacturing yield issues and field escapes; perform root cause analysis and implement preventive measures to ensure test continuity
Manage stakeholders and partners (CM/ODM/OEM) to provide Design for Test (DFT) feedback and ensure alignment on technical requirements
Collaborate with engineering teams to gain in-depth system hardware knowledge for new product introductions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 4+ years of related experience
Proven experience in software development and electrical design for automated test equipment
Strong proficiency in Python for test automation script development
Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis on manufacturing yield issues and field escapes
Experience in applying DFx (Design for Excellence) standards and providing DFT feedback
Experience managing stakeholders in a global manufacturing environment (CM/ODM/OEM)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems of diverse scope
Proven ability to lead projects and mentor junior team members
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership
Experience in hardware/software integration and system-level troubleshooting

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies

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Hard Skills & Tools

Pythontest automationroot cause analysisDFxDesign for Test (DFT)hardware/software integrationsystem-level troubleshootingtest plansfunctional testingmanufacturing yield analysis

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem solvingproject leadershipmentoringcommunication skillsinfluencingstakeholder managementcollaborationalignmenttechnical feedback

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering