Systems Test Engineer

ABOUT US

Be part of an exciting, well-funded startup changing the world of retail. RADAR’s mission is to revolutionize customer experience in retail through precise identification of inventory in the stores and distribution centers, completely transforming the in-store experience for employees and customers alike.  RADAR's proprietary hardware and software platform combines RFID and Computer Vision to provide hyper-precise, real-time location of every product and person in physical stores.  This unprecedented capability enables retailers to automate in-store inventory management, analytics, and checkout...and this is just the beginning of what we hope to accomplish together.

 ABOUT THE JOB

RADAR is seeking a motivated individual with experience testing complex RF hardware products. The System Test Engineer will develop test strategies and software packages for system level testing, driving their development from conception through execution. This role requires close collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams across the systems, electrical, and software engineering domains.The successful candidate must be a self-directed, hands-on technical contributor capable of thriving at the intersection of hardware product development and data analytics.

This is a hybrid position and can be based out of our San Diego office or Sunnyvale office. 

Responsibilities:

• Create and implement test strategies for RFID hardware systems
• Design, implement, and execute manual and automated test cases for system performance evaluation
• Analyze test results to draw meaningful conclusions from raw data
• Communicate complex technical issues to diverse stakeholders, including hardware/software development teams, program managers, and manufacturing staff.
• Support test environment setup and configuration, with a focus on system stability and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in system test development
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python)
• Willingness to learn and grow in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred

• Knowledge of frameworks for software and hardware testing
• Knowledge of RF or wireless communication systems

Research has shown that women & underrepresented minorities are more likely to read lists of requirements and consider themselves unqualified if they don't meet every single one. This list represents what we're ideally looking for, but everyone has unique strengths & weaknesses, and we hire for strength & potential, not lack of weakness.

At RADAR, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The expected base salary range for this position is 100,000.00 - 150,000.00. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors,  including job-related skills, experience and relevant education or training.

You will also be eligible to receive other benefits including: equity, comprehensive medical and dental coverage, life and disability benefits, 401k plan,  flexible time off, and paid parental leave. The pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

Use of artificial intelligence or a LLM such as ChatGPT during the interview process will be grounds for rejection of your application process.

CULTURE SNAPSHOT

Mission-Driven: We're transforming retail with cutting-edge technology and building something that truly matters.

Collaborative Team: We thrive on curiosity, shared goals, and solving complex problems together.

High Impact: You’ll make meaningful contributions from day one and help shape the future of our product and company.

Clear Communication: We value honesty, humility, and respectful dialogue—everyone’s voice matters.

Balanced Lives: We work hard, but not at the expense of well-being. We respect time, boundaries, and life outside of work.

Diverse Perspectives: We believe better ideas come from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints.

Empathy-Driven Design: We build with deep respect for our end users, listening closely to their feedback and needs.