Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Richmond, VA (100% Onsite - No Remote Allowed)

MUST HAVE:

• Embedded and Firmware systems testing and integration experience
• Firmware test automation and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing
• IoT with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Programming using C and Python .
• Source code control tools, CI/CD frameworks , deployment pipelines, and defect tracking

Job Summary
Looking for an experienced Firmware and Embedded Systems Automation Test Engineer to lead the development and automated testing of embedded systems in cutting-edge electronic devices. This role involves designing and executing firmware verification protocols, developing and maintaining test automation frameworks, and managing hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing setups. The ideal candidate has strong proficiency in Python and C, solid experience with RTOS environments, and a background in CI/CD pipelines .

Requirement:

• 8+ years of experience in embedded systems testing and integration, including recent hands-on work with firmware for devices.
• Strong background in firmware test automation and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
• Proficient in low-level programming using C and Python.
• Experience with test fixture development, manufacturing collaboration, and software/firmware validation.
• Expertise in test documentation, traceability, and execution within regulated environments (FDA/ISO).
• Proficient in version control, CI/CD pipelines, and defect tracking tools.
• Experience leading firmware testing projects from design verification through commercialization.
• Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to senior leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution, and documentation of firmware and embedded systems testing for next-generation electronic devices—including performance, stress, regression, and integration testing—to meet design, safety, and reliability requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and scale automated test frameworks and tools; partner with manufacturing teams to enhance test fixtures for production readiness and scalability.
• Design and implement hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing systems to simulate real-world operating environments and validate system performance.
• Manage and optimize Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines to support efficient firmware deployment and quality assurance.
• Champion test automation best practices and drive innovation through new tools, frameworks, and methodologies that elevate testing effectiveness and efficiency.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with firmware, hardware, quality, and manufacturing teams to diagnose issues, recommend improvements, and support product delivery timelines.
• Stay current with advancements in embedded systems, RTOS, Python/C programming, HIL testing, and automation technologies to continuously improve testing capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Advance proficiency in e mbedded systems, RTOS, Python/C programming, HIL testing , and automation technologies

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