Test Engineer, Manufacturing at Sesame

San Francisco, California, United States

Sesame Logo
$175,000 – $280,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, Wearables, HardwareIndustries

Requirements

  • Deep expertise in developing test solutions for consumer electronics, including PCBA, FATP (Final Assembly, Test, and Pack), and system-level testing
  • Demonstrated experience with specialized testing: Audio (expertise with audio test equipment e.g., Audio Precision, SoundCheck and methodologies)
  • Camera: Experience with optical test benches, image quality analysis, and camera calibration
  • RF: Experience with RF test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, network analyzers) and wireless protocol testing
  • Battery: Experience with battery testing methodologies, including charge/discharge cycling, impedance spectroscopy

Responsibilities

  • Test Strategy & Development: Architect and implement comprehensive manufacturing test strategies for new product introductions (NPIs), covering functional, parametric, and in-circuit testing for complex wearable devices
  • Test Fixture & Equipment Design: Design, develop, and qualify test fixtures, equipment, and software for various stages of the manufacturing process, from PCBA-level tests to final product assembly
  • Specialized Testing: Develop and optimize test solutions for specialized functions critical to our products, including: Audio Testing (acoustic test methodologies for speakers, microphones, and other audio components); Camera & Imaging Testing (calibration and functional tests for high-resolution cameras and optical systems); RF & Wireless (testing for wireless connectivity, including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and other RF protocols); Sensors (calibration and functional testing for various sensors like accelerometers, gyroscopes, biometric sensors)
  • Data Analysis & Optimization: Utilize data analysis tools to automatically monitor test yields, identify trends, root cause failures, and flag production issues. Proactively drive continuous improvement to optimize test coverage, cycle time, and overall manufacturing efficiency
  • Collaboration with Contract Manufacturers (CMs): Act as the primary technical interface with our large-scale contract manufacturing partners. Train and support CM teams on test processes, troubleshoot issues on the factory floor, and ensure strict adherence to our specifications
  • Design for Testability (DFT): Partner with the product design and engineering teams during the development phase to influence product architecture and design for enhanced testability, manufacturability, and reliability
  • Documentation: Create and maintain detailed test specifications, process instructions, and engineering change notices (ECNs) to ensure clear communication and consistency across all manufacturing sites
  • Project Leadership: Lead and mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and expertise on complex test challenges. Manage third-party resources as required

Skills

Test Fixtures
PCBA Testing
Audio Testing
Acoustic Testing
Microphone Testing
Speaker Testing
Camera Calibration
Optical Testing
In-Circuit Testing
Functional Testing
Parametric Testing

Sesame

Telehealth platform connecting patients with doctors

About Sesame

Sesame Care connects patients with doctors and specialists through a telehealth platform, primarily serving clients in various states across the U.S. The platform allows patients to book online appointments for services like urgent care, prescription refills, dermatology, mental health, and general doctor visits. By enabling independent clinicians to use its platform, Sesame Care reduces overhead costs and offers competitive pricing, often lower than traditional healthcare providers. Additionally, Sesame partners with Quest Diagnostics to provide affordable lab services, creating a comprehensive healthcare solution. The company operates on a direct-pay model, where patients pay for services upfront, ensuring transparency and prompt payments for healthcare providers. Sesame Care's goal is to make healthcare more affordable and accessible, simplifying the process for patients to receive quality care.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$74MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package — equity possible
Generous, flexible vacation policy
A fun and international work environment with teams in New York and Europe
The opportunity to work independently and remotely — whatever cadence makes sense to get work done in the best way according to the constraints at-hand
The chance to learn first-hand about the biggest industry in the world

Risks

Increased competition from major retailers like Walmart and Amazon threatens Sesame's market share.
Over-reliance on Costco partnership could be risky if the partnership ends or changes.
Expansion into weight loss programs may expose Sesame to regulatory scrutiny and liability issues.

Differentiation

Sesame offers direct connections between patients and physicians, reducing healthcare costs significantly.
The company partners with Quest Diagnostics for affordable lab and blood work services.
Sesame's telehealth platform allows competitive pricing by eliminating middlemen.

Upsides

Partnership with Costco expands Sesame's reach and enhances brand recognition.
Growing demand for direct-pay healthcare models aligns with Sesame's business strategy.
Increased consumer interest in virtual mental health services benefits Sesame's offerings.

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