Software Test Engineer (Salmon Arm)

Job Description

<p>At 4AG Robotics, we build robots that harvest mushrooms-and we’re growing fast. Our team thrives at the intersection of agriculture and automation, combining hands-on grit with cutting-edge technology. If you’re energized by solving real-world problems, owning your work, and using AI to do things better and faster, this is your kind of place.</p><p><b><strong>The Opportunity</strong></b></p><p>At 4AG Robotics, we’re on a mission to revolutionize agriculture with robotics, computer vision, and AI. We’re building a high-performance team that’s solving real-world problems in unconventional ways, and we’re looking for a <b><strong>Software Test Engineer</strong></b> who thrives in fast-paced environments and isn’t afraid to chase the improbable.</p><p>This is your chance to own your craft. To build testing frameworks that matter. To break things (intentionally) so the right things can be built. And to join a team that values speed, an ownership mindset, and excellence in everything we do. If you want to test products that push the boundaries of what’s possible in agtech- we want to meet you.</p><p><b><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></b></p><ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain test plans, and contribute to test frameworks for software systems.</li><li>Lead functional, regression, performance, and integration testing across hardware and software interfaces.</li><li>Collaborate with software developers, controls engineers, and mechanical teams to understand product requirements and drive quality early in the development cycle.</li><li>Troubleshoot and isolate issues using logs, debugging tools, and hands-on operation and observation on robotic platforms.</li><li>Continuously improve our testing processes and advocate for best practices in quality assurance.</li><li>Contribute to release cycles by validating new features and ensuring system stability.</li><li>Build and own metrics for test coverage, test execution, and defect rates.</li><li>Occasionally travel to customer sites to perform tests on real data</li></ul><p><b><strong>What Success Looks Like</strong></b></p><ul><li>You’ve established a robust, scalable test infrastructure that others rely on.</li><li>Bugs and regressions are caught early and rarely make it to production.</li><li>You’re seen as a go-to expert in software test strategy and quality across the engineering org.</li><li>You consistently deliver fast, actionable feedback to developers, helping the team move quickly with confidence.</li><li>You contribute to a culture of ownership, speed, and continuous improvement.</li><li>You challenge the status quo, ask bold questions, and push our software and systems to be better every day.</li></ul><p><b><strong>What You Bring</strong></b></p><ul><li>3+ years of experience in software testing and development on robotic systems.</li><li>High Linux proficiency, with Docker a major bonus.</li><li>Strong knowledge of test automation frameworks (ex, Google Test).</li><li>Proficiency in C++ and, as a bonus, Typescript.</li><li>Experience testing physical systems or hardware-software integrated products.</li><li>A systems thinker who loves digging into edge cases and failure modes.</li><li>You take ownership, follow through, and speak up when something isn’t right.</li><li>You care about delivering high-quality products and don’t settle for “good enough.”</li><li>Very detail-oriented with excellent communication and reporting skills.</li></ul><p><b><strong>Why This Role Matters</strong></b></p><p>What we’re building at 4AG Robotics isn’t easy. We’re inventing new tools for one of the world’s oldest industries, and that takes grit, precision, and bold thinking. As our <b><strong>Software Test Engineer</strong></b> , you’re not just testing software. You’re ensuring farmers around the world can trust our robots to perform, day in and day out.</p><p><b><strong>What We Believe</strong></b></p><p>At 4AG Robotics, we thrive in the fast-paced world of start-ups. Innovation drives us, and staying open to new ideas keeps us moving forward. We encourage healthy debate but always commit to moving forward as a team. We work hard, support each other fully, and value agility over bureaucracy. And yes, the freezer is always stocked with ice cream!</p><p>The pay range for this role is:</p><p>85,000 - 120,000 CAD per year (Salmon Arm, BC )</p> #J-18808-Ljbffr