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# Software Development Engineer in Test at Platform Science

- **Company:** Platform Science
- **Location:** Minnetonka, MN
- **Posted:** 2026-10-26
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-06
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/platformscience/jobs/8044805003

## Job description

LOCATION:   Hybrid Role: Minnetonka, Minnesota

Who We Are:

At Platform Science, we’re working to connect everything that moves.

Founded in 2015, we are an open IoT platform that partners with innovative fleets, application developers, vehicle manufacturers, and equipment providers in the transportation industry to deliver revolutionary solutions to supply chain professionals across the globe.

Our employees are an engaging, diverse group of people who believe in the power of great ideas. We hire people with different experiences and perspectives to build a company culture that fuels growth through innovation.

We value thoughtful actions and empathy for others.  We approach challenges with resiliency and creativity, while encouraging transparency because, no matter our backgrounds or responsibilities, we are one team.

Hybrid Role: Minnetonka, Minnesota

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer in Test II (SDET II) to improve the quality, reliability, and delivery speed of our software products. This role will design and maintain automated test solutions, strengthen our testing practices, and partner with engineering and product teams throughout the development lifecycle.

The ideal candidate combines strong software engineering skills with a quality-focused mindset and can independently solve moderately complex testing and automation challenges.

## Key Responsibilities

- Design, develop, and maintain automated test cases and test suites, working within established automation frameworks and patterns.
- Create test strategies and plans covering functional, integration, regression, end-to-end, performance, and reliability testing.
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and improve the speed, stability, and usefulness of test feedback.
- Review product requirements and technical designs to identify risks, edge cases, and testability concerns early.
- Diagnose failures across application, test, infrastructure, and data layers, partnering with developers to resolve root causes.
- Monitor and report quality metrics such as defect trends, test coverage, escaped defects, and automation reliability.
- Reduce flaky tests and improve the maintainability and execution efficiency of the automation suite.
- Participate in code reviews and promote engineering practices that improve testability and software quality.
- Execute manual and exploratory testing for Electronic Logging Device (ELD) compliance solutions, including hardware-in-the-loop setups utilizing Android tablets, telematics devices/On-Board Computers (OBCs), and in-cabin vehicle testing.
- Must be able to work on-site a minimum of 3 days per week

Required Qualifications

- Located in: Minnesota
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 3-4 years of experience in software development, test automation, or quality engineering.
- Proficiency in Python, or a comparable object-oriented language (Java, C#, Ruby, JavaScript/TypeScript)
- Experience with Gherkin/BDD frameworks.
- Experience with mobile UI automation (Appium, Espresso, XCUITest, or similar).
- Comfort with REST API testing — OAuth-based auth flows, building/debugging HTTP request wrappers, reading API error responses.
- Experience working with Git, CI/CD systems, and Agile software development practices.
- Ability to troubleshoot distributed systems using logs, metrics, traces, and debugging tools.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and nontechnical teams.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Experience testing cloud-based applications or services in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Working knowledge of Docker and dev containers for running a consistent local test environment
- Experience testing Android applications (UiAutomator2, adb)
- Familiarity with test reporting tools (Allure, ReportPortal, or similar).
- Experience with performance and load-testing tools such as k6, JMeter, or Gatling.
- Knowledge of accessibility, security, contract, or resilience testing.
- Experience improving test architecture, reducing flaky automation, or modernizing legacy test frameworks.
- Familiarity with observability platforms and production-quality monitoring.
- Practical experience using AI coding tools, with the judgment to verify and adapt AI-generated code.
- Experience mentoring engineers or leading quality initiatives across multiple teams.
- Experience in a regulated/compliance-driven domain

Platform Science Benefits Highlights:

- Medical, dental, and vision benefits (some plans for employees are 100% covered by Platform Science)
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- Generous paid time off and company holidays
- 401k matching

For more information please see the[Benefits Highlights](https://global-uploads.webflow.com/60242ee565b2be8b567a2237/63a0a47adfc572d99e40d2b0_2023%20Benefits%20Guide.pdf) brochure for regular, full-time employees.

In addition, you can access the Benefit Highlights brochure for regular, full-time employees by copying and pasting the link into your browser: [https://www.platformscience.com/benefits.](https://www.platformscience.com/benefit)

This is a non-exempt role. Our job titles for each posting may span across more than one job level. The estimated hourly rate for this position is between $83,000 and $115,00 annually. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target range for new hire hourly rates across all US locations. Compensation packages are based on many factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, work experience, relevant trainings and certifications, business needs, market demands and specific geographical location. The hourly pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, and benefits.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

Platform Science collects your personal information to support its business operations, including for human resources, employment, benefits administration, health and safety, and other business-related purposes as well as to be in legal compliance. You can review further details of such collection and use in our[Privacy Policy](https://www.platformscience.com/privacy-notice) (link for browser: https://www.platformscience.com/privacy-notice).

At this time we only consider candidates in these states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, FL, GA, ID, IL, KY, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NH, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, and WI. In the future we plan to add more states.

## About Platform Science

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Platform Science provides a SaaS-driven fleet management platform that integrates telematics, driver apps, and enterprise tools to help fleets manage operations from the back office to the driver’s seat.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series D funding)
- **Headquarters**: San Diego, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2015
- **Founders**: Jack Kennedy (CEO) and Jake Fields (CTO)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Fleet management, transportation technology, telematics, supply chain logistics.
- Target customers: B2B – commercial truck fleets of all sizes, from small fleets to large enterprises.
- Mission statement: “To make transportation smart” by enabling fleets to develop, deploy, and manage commercial vehicle mobile devices and applications on a single connected platform.

## Products & Services
- **Platform Science Fleet Management Platform**: A SaaS platform that integrates telematics, ELD compliance, driver apps, back-office tools, and a marketplace of partner solutions (Virtual Vehicle Marketplace). Allows fleets to manage driver experience, real-time monitoring, diagnostics, and connectivity in one unified interface.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed.
- **Key Metric**: Total funding of $381.9M across 9 rounds (as of April 2024). Latest round: $125M Series D led by NewRoad Capital Partners and Prologis Ventures. Annual revenue estimated at $44M.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Investors include 8VC, NewRoad Capital Partners, Prologis Ventures. Strategic partnerships include Daimler Trucks North America, Noregon (fault diagnostics). In September 2024, acquired Trimble’s Global Transportation Telematics business.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount of 604 employees (+9.8% YoY). Operates in 12 countries including Brazil, India, Belgium, France, Canada. Over 100 million miles driven on the platform. Positioned to disrupt the $20B fleet management and $10T+ logistics space.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Open platform approach**: Unlike proprietary systems, Platform Science allows fleets to choose and integrate third-party apps and hardware via the Virtual Vehicle Marketplace, giving them flexibility and avoiding vendor lock-in.
- **Deep OEM partnerships**: Collaboration with Daimler Trucks North America to develop advanced on-vehicle mobile applications strengthens its embedded position.
- **Remote Platform Management (RPM)**: A dedicated solution for remotely managing in-cab devices, a differentiator in the telematics market.
- **Focus on driver experience**: Designing tools that make training and daily tasks easier for drivers, improving adoption and retention.

## Strategic Focus
- **Expanding the partner ecosystem**: Continually adding new solutions to the Virtual Vehicle Marketplace to cover more fleet needs.
- **Global scale**: Operating in 12 countries and planning further international growth, especially in Latin America and Europe.
- **Post-acquisition integration**: Incorporating Trimble’s telematics business to broaden its customer base and technology stack.
- **Innovation in connectivity**: Developing better connectivity from corporate to cab, including real-time diagnostics and app management.

## Why Work Here
- Culture highlights: Values include Resiliency, Transparency, Empathy, and “One Team” mindset. The company emphasizes open communication, innovation, and community (beach cleanup days, celebratory events, family outings).
- Remote/hybrid policy: Some roles are remote (e.g., Full Stack Developer - India, Director Business Systems), while others likely require office presence. Specific policy details are not publicly listed but job postings indicate remote-friendly positions.
- Notable perks: Mentorship programs, career development courses, speaker series, leadership training, demo days, and courses on diversity, inclusion, and equity. Comprehensive benefits (2025 Platform Science Benefits Guide mentioned on careers page). Open positions listed across Engineering, Product, Design, Delivery, and more.
- Growth environment: Working on cutting-edge transportation technology with a high-growth private company that has strong venture backing and a clear path to disrupting a massive industry.

## Sources
1. [platformscience.com](https://www.platformscience.com/)
2. [platformscience.com/careers](https://www.platformscience.com/careers)
3. [platformscience.com/our-story](https://www.platformscience.com/our-story)
4. [platformscience.com/jobs](https://www.platformscience.com/jobs)
5. [linkedin.com/company/platform-science](https://www.linkedin.com/company/platform-science)

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