Engineer, Hardware Test Software

Ayar Labs is shattering AI data bottlenecks by moving data at the speed of light. As an Engineer in the Software Infrastructure group, you will execute software development tasks and collaborate with colleagues to standardize and release software solutions for high volume production.

What you'll do:

• Write Python software to automate experimental runs and data analyses
• Troubleshoot issues related to optical instruments, electrical components, or software
• Identify gaps in Test coverage, design, and flow. Implement new Tests to improve coverage
• Implement improvements to Test flows and processes to enable high volume manufacturing
• Collaborate with Ayar Labs Data Engineering to ensure that Test results flow smoothly into our internal database
• Collaborate with the Product and Test Engineering department to support software needs while following best practices for version control and documentation
• Escalate and help resolve software/firmware issues with equipment vendors
• Provide regular updates to team leads on project status, flagging blockers and proposing solutions within assigned scope

What they're looking for:

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 1+ years of industry experience; or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 0–2 years of industry experience
• Proficiency with Python; familiarity with C/C++ or Java
• Proficiency with instrument communication protocols (GPIB, RS232, USB, etc)
• Proficiency writing and debugging programs for instrument control
• Proficiency with Git, unit testing and CI/CD
• Working knowledge of data structures and algorithms
• Proficiency working with MongoDB and SQL databases like PostGresSQL
• Proficiency with C/C++ or Java
• Experience with javascript
• Experience with agentic coding (claude or gemini)
• Experience with chip communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, etc)
• Experience with test and measurement of photonics, optics, and electronics