Senior Hardware Test Engineer

Join the Team That's Redefining Wireless Technology

At Tarana, we're more than just a fast-growing tech company—we’re a team of bold innovators on a mission to revolutionize broadband. Our groundbreaking Fixed Wireless Access technology is delivering fiber-class internet speeds worldwide, bridging the digital divide in ways previously thought impossible.

Tarana is a fast revenue growth company built by outstanding talented people and with innovative technology. Our hardware development team is looking for a smart, experienced, and hardworking member working to test various Hardware systems in different configurations. The ideal candidate would have experience with board-level hardware validation, system testing, debugging, and qualification for  wireless hardware (5G, WiFi, etc.) by using equipment such as spectrum analyzers and high-speed oscilloscopes. Experience with 1G Ethernet, 10G/25G+ Serdes, DDR4/DDR5 waveforms and protocols, wireless performance tests are desired. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and 5+ years of experience in hardware testing and automation.

What you’ll be doing:

• Define test strategy, detailed test plan/protocol for new Hardware designs or value-added engineering projects.
• Develop hardware validation and qualification test plans
• Perform board bring-up and functional verification
• Execute electrical, functional and reliability testing
• Signal characterization for high speed interfaces such as DDR4,PCIe Gen3/Gen4/Gen5, Ethernet (1G/10G/25G) like Eye diagram analysis, Jitter decomposition (RJ, DJ, TJ)
• Create a test plan/protocol based on requirements in order to test the specific hardware modules or PCBA
• Create test reports/presentations based on results from test execution.
• Execute and automate interface compliance testing for high-speed standards such as:
• PCI Express (PCIe)
• Ethernet (1G/10G/25G)
• DDR4
• Automate test execution using Python, LabVIEW or scripting tools on manufacturing test stations for wireless products
• Diagnose and troubleshoot failed units from the field (Conduct failure analysis, and perform Root cause analysis) and factory tests in a lab
• Come up with continuous optimizations and tests to improve coverage
• Work with design engineers to resolve hardware issues
• Actively provide inputs for HW design for testability and repeatability.
• Collaborate with hardware design, FPGA, and firmware teams to optimize board performance based on characterization results 
• Finding alternate parts from different suppliers with exact form, fit and function (perform Like for Like analysis).
• Alternate Part qualification and testing (functional and performance).
• Support EMC/EMI pre-compliance and compliance testing

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field with 5-10 years of relevant experience 
• Hardware test equipment usage (e.g. spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes)
• Statistical analysis abilities is a plus
• Ability to code and use scripts in a Linux environment is a plus
• Knowledge of wireless networks and products
• Ability to create ECOs, Deviations in Arena BOM management environment
• Knowledge of industry compliance specifications and test methodologies for high-speed digital interfaces.
• Experience with statistical data analysis, automated report generation and dashboard development.
• Familiarity with laboratory automation, regression testing and hardware validation best practices.

What we offer: 
We don’t just build next-gen wireless technology — we build people.

 The salary range for this position is: $130,000 to $165,000

Compensation will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to: skill set, years of experience and the employee’s geographic location.

Tarana provides competitive benefits to employees in this role including: Medical, dental and vision benefits, 401K match, flexible time off and stock option.   
Join Tarana and help shape the future of wireless connectivity.