Software Development Test Engineer II at SharkNinja in Needham, MA

Summary: SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company known for its innovative lifestyle solutions. The Software Development Test Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and delivering embedded software for smart household appliances, collaborating with various teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance. Responsibilities: - Design, implement, test, and maintain embedded software and applications for smart household appliances - Collaborate with hardware, cloud, mobile, and UX teams to integrate software into products - Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following industry best practices and internal coding standards - Debug and optimize system performance, ensuring reliability and responsiveness in real-world environments - Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and design discussions in an agile development environment - Contribute to continuous improvement of software development processes, tools, and systems Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field - 1-2 years of experience in software development, ideally in an embedded or product environment - Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, or Java - Experience with embedded systems, RTOS, and/or firmware development - Familiarity with IoT protocols (MQTT, BLE, Wi-Fi) and cloud connectivity - Understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail - Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working on connected consumer electronics or smart home devices - Knowledge of cloud services such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud - Exposure to mobile app development (iOS/Android) or cross-platform frameworks - Familiarity with unit testing, integration testing, and test automation Required Skills: C/C++, Embedded systems, IoT protocols Important Skills: Python, Version control (Git), Cloud services Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical skills, Teamwork abilities Benefits: Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Flexible spending accounts, Health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, Employee stock purchase program, Life insurance, AD&D, Short-term disability insurance, Long-term disability insurance, Generous paid time off, Company holidays, Parental leave, Identity theft protection, Pet insurance, Pre-paid legal insurance, Back-up child and eldercare days, Product discounts, Referral bonus program, Competitive health insurance, Retirement plans, Wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts