Software Engineer in Test, Device Software

Strong software engineering skills and experience building maintainable automation or comparable systems.

Experience writing and debugging Python and C++, with the ability to apply those skills in unfamiliar codebases.

Experience making automated tests and CI workflows reliable and useful to other engineers.

Sound judgment about system-level testing: what to test, how to test it, and how to interpret the results and their limits.

Strong debugging skills in Linux environments, including processes, networking, and logs.

Comfort working with physical devices and investigating problems across hardware and software.

The ability to drive work independently, coordinate with others, and communicate findings clearly.

Relevant experience can come from software engineering, infrastructure, robotics, embedded systems, or test engineering. We don't require a particular degree or a fixed number of years of experience.

Experience that would help

Building hardware-in-the-loop systems, automated device labs, or device simulators.

Embedded software development or testing connected-device provisioning, updates, and recovery.

Familiarity with test frameworks and build tools such as pytest, gtest, or Bazel.

Working at Quilt

This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Redwood City, with at least three days per week in the office. Relocation assistance is not available. The expected base annual salary range for this role is $150,000–$200,000, depending on experience. In addition to base salary, Quilt also offers meaningful equity and top-tier health benefits.

Quilt offers top-tier health benefits.

We're building a diverse, inclusive team because we believe the best solutions come from people with different lived experiences and perspectives. We welcome teammates of all races, ethnicities, genders, identities, abilities, and backgrounds, and we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels empowered to shape the future of climate tech.

Need accommodations during the hiring process? Let us know at [email protected]. We're here to support you.

How to apply

Submit your resume. A cover letter is optional; if you include one, tell us briefly what interests you about the role or share relevant experience.