Software Engineer - Test Infrastructure Development with Python and React
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Job Title: Software Engineer - Test Infrastructure Development with Python and React
Location: Santa Clara, CA (Onsite)
Role Summary:
Hands-on full-stack software engineer supporting Client’s Test Infrastructure Development. The contractor will work closely with a Senior Software Engineer who provides technical direction, architecture guidance, design review, and priorities. The role focuses on feature implementation, bug fixing, testing, integration, deployment support, documentation, and maintenance.
What You'll Be Doing
Develop and maintain internal web applications and engineering tools using Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, SQL, HTML, and CSS.
Implement end-to-end features based on requirements and designs from senior engineers, including backend services, REST APIs, database integrations, and frontend UI.
Troubleshoot software defects, performance issues, deployment problems, and production support issues.
Write maintainable code, tests, and technical documentation; participate in code reviews and follow team development standards.
Support CI/CD, Linux application deployment, monitoring, and routine infrastructure maintenance.
Use AI-assisted development tools and support AI-enabled workflows such as search, summarization, log analysis, and automation where appropriate.
Collaborate with Test Engineering, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and globally distributed software teams.
What We Need to See
BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience, with 3+ years of hands-on software development experience.
Strong full-stack development skills across frontend, backend, databases, APIs, deployment, and system integration.
Strong Python programming and practical Bash/Linux shell scripting experience.
Solid SQL and relational database skills: schema design, efficient queries, indexes, and basic execution-plan/query optimization knowledge.
Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript, React, HTML, CSS, and npm/yarn or modern frontend build tools.
Experience developing/consuming REST APIs; familiarity with OAuth, JWT, SSO, RBAC, and secure API design.
Working knowledge of Git, code review, testing, documentation, CI/CD, Linux deployment, logs, processes, basic networking, and troubleshooting.
Ability to independently execute assigned development tasks within an existing architecture, with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Ways to Stand Out
Experience with Jenkins/GitLab CI, Docker/containers, automated deployment, cloud, VMs, or bare-metal Linux servers.
Experience building internal engineering tools, developer platforms, test automation, dashboards, or data visualization.
Experience with manufacturing test, hardware diagnostics, lab automation, product validation, or engineering infrastructure.
Hands-on use of AI coding tools or basic experience with LLM APIs, prompt engineering, RAG/vector search, agents, or function/tool calling.
Qualification:
BS/MS Electrical/Computer Engineering
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain internal web applications and engineering tools using Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, SQL, HTML, and CSS
- Implement end-to-end features based on requirements and designs from senior engineers
- Troubleshoot software defects, performance issues, deployment problems, and production support issues
- Write maintainable code, tests, and technical documentation
- Support CI/CD, Linux application deployment, monitoring, and routine infrastructure maintenance
- Collaborate with Test Engineering, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and globally distributed software teams
Qualifications
- BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of hands-on software development experience
- Strong full-stack development skills across frontend, backend, databases, APIs, deployment, and system integration
- Strong Python programming and practical Bash/Linux shell scripting experience
- Solid SQL and relational database skills
- Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript, React, HTML, CSS, and modern frontend build tools
- Experience developing/consuming REST APIs
Skills mentioned
About Zapnix LLC
At Zapnix Inc., we specialize in connecting top-tier talent with leading organizations across the United States. As a trusted staffing partner, we provide tailored workforce solutions that drive business success and career growth. Whether you're an employer seeking skilled professionals or a job seeker looking for the perfect opportunity, we are committed to delivering excellence in every placement. Our expertise spans across industries, including IT, healthcare, finance, engineering, and more. With a deep understanding of market trends and a people-first approach, we ensure seamless hiring experiences and long-term success for both clients and candidates.