Network Test Automation Engineer (Ethernet Systems DV)

An Autonomous Mobility Company Network Test Automation Engineer (Ethernet Systems DV) An Autonomous Mobility Company Full time Location Foster City, CA, United States Work environment In-person Expected pay amount 99.26 USD Per Hour Schedule 40 hours per week Assignment length Contract Job description HireArt is helping an on-demand, autonomous ride-hailing company hire a Network Test Automation Engineer (Ethernet Systems DV) to build and maintain automation frameworks for validating Ethernet-connected sensor networks on an autonomous vehicle platform. In this role, you'll partner with Systems, Integration, Software, and Sensor teams to develop scalable network validation solutions that ensure performance, reliability, and compliance across complex distributed systems. The ideal candidate is a strong automation engineer with deep networking expertise and experience building test frameworks in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or system validation environments. As a Network Test Automation Engineer (Ethernet Systems DV), you'll: Build and maintain Python-based automation frameworks for Ethernet compliance, integration, and performance validation. Develop PCAP/tcpdump tooling and fault-injection scripts to validate protocols such as ARP and ICMP, and failure recovery scenarios (e.g., link loss, and FCS errors). Configure and manage VLAN-segmented (802.1Q) network topologies across bench and HIL test environments, including integration with power supplies, DAQ systems, and relay controls. Validate interoperability between network switches and sensors, ensuring compliance with security and PPAP standards for Ethernet ECUs. Own and maintain technical documentation for test frameworks, methodologies, and system configurations. Requirements A bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field 6+ years of relevant experience in network testing, validation, or automation Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, including the OSI model, TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, SNMP, and VLAN (802.1Q) configuration Advanced Python and Bash scripting skills, with experience building automation frameworks (e.g., PyTest) Proficiency with network diagnostic tools such as Wireshark, iPerf, tcpdump, traceroute, and ethtool Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices, including debugging across the full OSI stack

Bonus Qualifications:

Experience with DoIP and UDS over IP Familiarity with automotive Ethernet standards (e.g., 100BASE-T1, BroadR-Reach, H-MTD/FAKRA connectors) Experience with time synchronization protocols (e.g., IEEE 1588v2/PTP, 802.1AS) Advanced Linux networking and HIL infrastructure experience (e.g., DAQ systems, relay-controlled power rails)

Benefits:

Pre-tax commuter benefits Employer (HireArt) subsidized healthcare benefits (eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service) Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs HireArt covers all costs for short- and long-term disability and life insurance 401k package

Commitment:

This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. It will be onsite and available to candidates who are local to the Foster City, CA area.