Engineer I, Test

We are CalAmp, a connected intelligence company that gives people the ability to track, monitor and recover their vital assets with real-time visibility and insights.

Currently, we are seeking an Engineer I, Test based in Carlsbad, CA.

This is an exciting opportunity for those who align with our core values (Inclusion, Innovation, Execution, Customer Success) and for those who desire to build, sell, and/or support connected solutions and services.

Responsibilities

This role is an entry level Test Engineer position for CalAmp mobile devices supporting internal telematics device testing tools and data platforms within the Vehicle Engineering group.

Core Responsibilities

Develop code to extract data elements from multiple 3rd party sources including Excel, MS Access, JSON, XML, or PDF files.

This code needs to create intermediate files or common format using Excel that can be ingested into an SQL database.

Assist with the ingestion of this data into the SQL database.

Maintain and enhance existing internal C# diagnostic and automation applications used to support telematics device validation and communication workflows.

MQTT broker integrations, topic subscription/publish flows, and routing

Serial communication subsystems: .NET COM interfaces, USB/COM detection, async port management, retry/fault-recovery logic

CAN and J1939 data capture, decoding, logging, filtering, and replay

Support automated test execution software used to validate embedded communication behavior and system functionality.

Loading and running modular XML test definitions

Improving execution reliability, reporting clarity, and logging traceability

Debugging communication paths across CAN, MQTT, serial, and server interfaces

Qualifications

Must Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Proficiency in C# and Python

Working knowledge of serial communication (COM/USB) fundamentals

Proficiency in MS Excel: formulas, pivot tables, data formatting

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong Pluses

Experience with distributed IoT communication:

MQTT publish/subscribe patterns

Broker-based device telemetry flows

TLS, authentication, and topic security models

Familiarity with vehicle and embedded communication buses:

J1939, J1708/J1587, CAN, CAN FD

Exposure to debugging tools:

CANalyzer, CANoe, MQTTX, Postman

Familiarity with IP networks and routing

Experience with cellular modems, GPS technology, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth/BLE

This position provides hands-on experience with modern IoT communication stacks, telematics test environments, and software-driven automation for embedded devices. You will work closely with engineering to support and evolve internal communication test frameworks, data processing flows, and test automation logic.

Interviews are occurring this week and next so apply now if interested.

Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this time.

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Market Minimum

USD $59,838.00/Yr.

Market Maximum

USD $102,579.00/Yr.

Regular Full-Time