Embedded and Firmware Automation Test Lead

No C2C/No Sponsorship - Permanent Fulltime

Job Title: Embedded and Firmware Automation Test Lead

We are seeking a Embedded and Firmware Automation Test Lead. In this role, you will be a key contributor to ensuring the reliability, performance, and integration of our innovative embedded and IoT-based devices. You will lead the development and execution of automated testing frameworks, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, and support continuous integration efforts across embedded firmware and hardware platforms.

MUST HAVE:

• Embedded and Firmware systems testing and integration exp
• 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

Responsibilities:

• Lead the automated testing strategy for embedded and firmware systems, focusing on integration, regression, and performance testing.
• Design and implement HIL testing setups to validate real-time embedded system behavior under simulated hardware conditions.
• Work with RTOS-based IoT platforms, ensuring robust test coverage across various firmware modules.
• Develop automation scripts and tools using Python and C to test embedded systems and firmware features.
• Maintain and extend the test automation framework, ensuring scalability and adaptability for future product iterations.
• Manage and optimize CI/CD pipelines and version control workflows to support rapid development and reliable releases.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, software, and quality teams to identify defects early, root-cause issues, and drive resolution.
• Author and maintain test documentation, reports, and defect logs, ensuring traceability and compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices in firmware test automation, and continuously integrate those into the development lifecycle.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in embedded systems and firmware testing, including system integration and delivery.
• Strong expertise in firmware test automation, HIL testing, and working with IoT systems using RTOS.
• Solid programming skills in Python and C for writing test scripts and embedded test logic.
• Proficient with source control tools (e.g., Git), CI/CD frameworks (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI), deployment pipelines, and defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira).
• Experience in regulated environments (medical devices, automotive, etc.), with deep understanding of software/firmware verification and validation processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting technical information clearly to stakeholders at all levels.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• RTOS: 6 years (Required)
• Python: 6 years (Required)
• Firmware systems: 6 years (Required)
• Hi-Lo: 6 years (Required)

Work Location: On the road