About the role:
We are looking for a passionate Staff MFG Test Software Developer to design, develop and install software solutions.
In this role, you will be responsible for translating user requirements, defining system functionality, and writing code in various languages and be familiar with the software development life cycle (SDLC) from preliminary system analysis to tests and deployment.
Ultimately, the role of the Staff MFG Test Software Developer is to build high-quality, innovative, and fully performing software that complies with coding standards and technical design.
What you will do:
- Test System Development: Design and develop test systems and procedures for manufacturing processes. This includes creating test plans, test cases, and test scripts to assess the functionality and performance of hardware components or devices such as motherboard, memory, CPU, storage (SSD, HDD, NVMe) and PCIE devices (NIC, GPU, Mezz cards, RAID cards)
- Test Software Development: Create, validate, release, and maintain test software and scripts that automate the testing process. This software may include code for controlling test equipment, collecting and analyzing data, and generating test reports
- Test Sustaining: Support and maintenance for the manufacturing server (L10) and rack (L11) level test software and infrastructure deployed at our production facilities.
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive manufacturing server (L10) and rack (L11) documentation of test procedures, specifications, and Infrastructure
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including test engineers, manufacturing engineers, and failure analysis engineers, to ensure alignment on testing requirements and quality standards
- Continuous Learning: Stay updated on the latest advancements in testing technologies, methodologies, and industry best practices to keep manufacturing processes competitive and up-to-date
- Definition and collaboration on overall test infrastructure and application architectures.
What you bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with 5+ years of experience as a Software Developer for software manufacturing test development/sustaining with enterprise server, storage or networking products. Alternatively, a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience is accepted.
- Experienced in the following areas:
- Familiarity Python Programming
- Expertise any Linux commands and bash script writing skills
- Hardware and Software Updates : Experienced in managing and deploying hardware firmware and driver updates, as well as performing software updates and patches to ensure system stability and security
- Involved of the use of Linux-based tools and systems for analyzing and collecting data
- Experienced with hardware and API solutions for controlling, managing and stressing L10 devices (servers, network and storage SSDs, NVMe): IPMI, Redfish, mprime, FIO, Linpack, ptugen, memtester
- Expertise with collaborating with edge networking systems, hardware, software and protocols including but not limited to enterprise ethernet datacenter switching/routing L1, L2, and L3 (BGP, DHCP Relay, ECMP).
- Knowledge of professional software engineering practices for the complete software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations
- Familiarity in the creation and configuration (DHCP, PXE boot, nginx) of Virtual Machines (VMs) using VMWare
- Proficiency in network virtualization technologies such as VMware and SDN
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Gitlab).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working in multi-site and multi-cultural environments.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills.
- Knowledge of AI integration and collaboration in programming and system applications is a plus.
ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $105K - $140K. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.
Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, generous 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career-defining.
A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.
Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.
What We Offer
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.
Compensation & Financial Security
- Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs
Health & Wellness
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
-Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
Time Away & Work-Life Balance
- Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
- Parental leave and family care support programs
Growth & Purpose
- Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities
- Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about
These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location.
ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.
