TITLE: Embedded Linux Application SDET
LOCATION: Hybrid Portland
PAY: Target pay for this role is
$55–$65 per hour, but may vary based on experience
ENGAGEMENT TYPE: 6-Month Contract-to-hire
What You’ll Be Doing
Overview of Responsibilities
- Own test strategy and quality for embedded Linux applications running on smart medical devices
- Design and execute risk-based test plans covering networking, performance, reliability, and security
- Develop automated test frameworks and harnesses using Python/pytest, shell scripting, and C/C++
- Lead validation of enterprise Wi-Fi and hospital network environments, including:
- WPA2/WPA3-Enterprise
- 802.1X (EAP-TLS, PEAP)
- Roaming (802.11r/k/v), VLANs, QoS, DHCP/DNS
- Perform deep troubleshooting and root cause analysis using Wireshark, tcpdump, iperf3, and Linux logs
- Produce clear, reproducible defect reports with packet-level evidence
- Execute exploratory/manual testing and evolve high-value scenarios into automation over time
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and Git
- Support release readiness, engineering change control, and production issue triage
- Partner closely with software engineers, product, and support teams
Who We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in SDET, QA, or Software Engineering roles supporting embedded Linux systems
- Strong coding skills in Python and at least one compiled language (C/C++)
- Solid Linux fundamentals (bash, systemd, networking stack, udev, DBus)
- Hands-on experience testing enterprise Wi-Fi and hospital network environments
- Deep familiarity with networking protocols including 802.11, 802.1X/EAP, TLS, DHCP/DNS, VLAN, and QoS
- Proven experience building and maintaining automated test frameworks
- Strong exploratory and manual testing skills
- Experience working with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Git)
- Authorization to work in the US is a precondition of employment – we do not sponsor work visas.
Please NO Third-Party Applicants.
About Our Client
Our client is a healthcare products company developing software for mission-critical healthcare products. They offer strong engineering ownership, modern tooling, and a healthy work/life balance.
WHY ProFocus
Candidates come first. ProFocus is a nine-time winner of Best in Staffing for Client & Talent Satisfaction.
Quality process. We take the time to understand your background and career goals and only introduce you to roles that are truly the right fit.
Access to hiring managers. We maintain close relationships with respected local companies—from startups to Fortune 500 organizations—giving you access to opportunities not always available elsewhere.
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