Firmware Test & Validation Engineer

Develop comprehensive firmware validation plans to ensure firmware meets performance, reliability, and quality standards.
Create, implement, and maintain test cases for firmware validation, focusing on both automated and manual testing.
Design and execute automated test systems for validating firmware functionality, leveraging CI/CD pipelines and the PYTEST framework.
Debug firmware issues by analyzing test logs and collaborating with firmware development teams.
Establish testing requirements for firmware validation based on product specifications and intended use cases.
Collaborate with hardware teams to ensure seamless integration of firmware with high-speed products.
Perform regression testing to validate firmware updates and bug fixes.
Generate detailed bug reports and track resolution status using tools like JIRA.
Provide actionable feedback and recommendations to improve firmware quality and functionality.

Bachelors degree in Electrical/Electronic engineering, masters degree preferred.
Extensive experience in firmware validation and testing processes.
Proficient in both in manual and automated testing frameworks, particularly PYTEST, with strong Python programming skills.
Knowledge of embedded systems and familiarity with ANSI C programming.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems such as GIT and Bitbucket.
Hands-on experience with debugging firmware using tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or serial debuggers.
Strong analytical skills for interpreting test data, identifying issues, and proposing effective solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across global teams.
Highly motivated, quick learner, and capable of working independently.

Nice-to-Have Skills/Experience:

Understanding of signal processing techniques related to firmware, such as equalization, amplification, or error correction algorithms.
Knowledge of high-speed data communication protocols and modulation techniques like PAM4/8.
Familiarity with hardware interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, or USB for firmware communication.
Experience working in Agile or Scrum environments.