Test Engineer, Google Home

Google Home is seeking a Test Engineer to join their team focused on hardware, software and services offerings for the smart home. This role combines software engineering and quality assurance, requiring you to write automation scripts and create tools for testing Google's smart home products. Unlike traditional manual testing roles, this position involves developing sophisticated test automation solutions and frameworks.

The ideal candidate will have experience with consumer electronics and smart home technologies, along with strong programming skills in languages like Python and Java. You'll be responsible for developing comprehensive test strategies, building automated testing infrastructure, and ensuring the quality of Google's growing suite of home products.

This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge smart home technology at one of the world's leading tech companies. You'll be part of the Google Home team whose mission is to create a helpful home that cares for its inhabitants and the environment. The role offers exposure to various aspects of consumer electronics, from sensors and algorithms to acoustic technologies and home automation.

Key aspects of the role include developing virtualization and device simulators, building reliable continuous integration testing systems, validating complex algorithms, and implementing monitoring solutions for code health and system stability. You'll need strong analytical and problem-solving skills to root-cause failures and drive product improvements through data-driven insights.

Google offers a collaborative work environment, the chance to work on products used by millions, and the opportunity to shape the future of smart home technology. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.