Systems Test Engineer

The System Test Engineer plays a critical role in validating AEye’s LiDAR systems and ensuring end-to-end functionality across hardware, firmware, and software components. You will design, execute, and automate system-level tests to guarantee performance, reliability, and compliance with requirements. This position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• System-Level Testing:
  
  
  
  • Develop and execute test plans for integrated LiDAR systems, including hardware, embedded software, point cloud algorithms and end-to-end pipeline.
  
  
  • Validate system performance under various environmental and operational conditions.
  
  
  
  


• Automation & Tools:
  
  
  
  • Create automated test scripts and frameworks for regression and performance testing.
  
  
  • Utilize tools such as Python, C++, and CI/CD pipelines for test automation.
  
  
  
  


• Requirements & Traceability:
  
  
  
  • Ensure test coverage aligns with system requirements and architecture.
  
  
  • Maintain traceability between requirements, test cases, and results in Jira/Confluence.
  
  
  
  


• Data Analysis & Reporting:
  
  
  
  • Analyze large datasets from LiDAR sensors to identify anomalies and performance trends.
  
  
  • Provide clear, actionable reports to engineering and program teams.
  
  
  
  


• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  
  
  • Work closely with System, Software, Algorithm, and Calibration teams to resolve issues.
  
  
  • Support root cause analysis and structured problem-solving for system-level defects.
  
  
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Ability to analyze point cloud data with system-level understanding for accelerated troubleshooting.


• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.


• Proficiency in Python or strong understanding of general programming concepts.


• Familiarity with Linux environments, Jira, and version control tools (Bitbucket, GitHub).


• Strong skills in data collection, analysis, and reporting to multi-functional stakeholders.


• Ability to collaborate across software, hardware, and firmware disciplines.


• Ability to lift or carry items up to 50lbs.


• Valid US Driver’s License

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Previous experience with LiDAR systems.


• Knowledge of C++.


• Exposure to optoelectronics and MEMS technologies.


• Experience working in fast-paced and demanding environments.

AEye, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or Veteran status. 

AEye, Inc. participates in E-Verify. 

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