Associate Principal Hardware & Software Test Engineer

Cygnify; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Cygnify is seeking an Associate Principal Hardware & Software Test Engineer to lead product-level testing across hardware and software domains. You will define test strategies, analyse quality data, and drive improvements through automation and analytics.

The role focuses on early development stages, building robust test specs, and delivering actionable dashboards to stakeholders across Engineering, Operations, and Design teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in product quality, hardware/software testing, or related areas.
• Strong proficiency in Python for data manipulation and statistical analysis.
• Hands-on experience with Python libraries such as Pandas and NumPy for data processing.
• Experience using Matplotlib, Seaborn, or Plotly for data visualisation and automated quality reporting.
• Experience building automated dashboards using Tableau or Power BI.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience querying complex datasets.
• Experience working with cloud-based data platforms such as AWS Redshift.
• Strong understanding of electronics hardware and hardware-software interfacing.
• Knowledge of software architecture in IoT products, including Embedded Systems, Mobile Applications, Cloud, and Machine Learning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple product deliverables and schedules simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage early-stage (Alpha) testing initiatives to identify product issues and assess product performance in real-world conditions.
• Validate laboratory test outcomes against product design and quality requirements.
• Analyse in-life product quality and other data streams to generate actionable insights.
• Build and maintain quality dashboards that provide early indicators of both hardware and software quality.
• Develop robust product-level test specifications and perform detailed product requirement analysis.
• Ensure test specifications are accurate and aligned with key development milestones, supporting teams from concept through production and post-launch.
• Drive innovation in testing methodologies, including the application of AI/ML and advanced data analytics, to improve detection reliability and test efficiency.
• Act as a technical authority within the Test & QA function and collaborate with Development, Operations, Quality, and Design teams.
• Integrate effective testing processes throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Report test progress and product quality status to senior stakeholders and ensure clear communication across teams.

Skills

Python

Pandas

NumPy

Matplotlib

Seaborn

Plotly

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

AWS Redshift

Hardware interfacing

Embedded Systems

IoT architecture

Cloud

Machine Learning

Data analytics

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Computer/Electronic Eng

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Matplotlib

Seaborn

Plotly

Pandas

NumPy

Job description

Associate Principal Hardware & Software Test Engineer

Our client is a leading global technology company focused on developing innovative, high-quality technology products. They are committed to delivering exceptional product quality and reliability through advanced testing methodologies, automation, data analytics, and continuous improvement.

The Test & Quality Assurance team works closely with Engineering, Design, Operations, and Quality teams to ensure products meet high standards throughout the product development lifecycle. The team leverages automated testing, advanced analytics, and modern technologies to identify issues early and continuously improve product performance and reliability.

About the Role

We are looking for an Associate Principal Hardware & Software Test Engineer to lead and drive product-level testing and quality initiatives across both hardware and software.

The successful candidate will play a key role in identifying product issues during early development stages, analysing product quality data, developing test strategies and specifications, and improving testing methodologies through data analytics and automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage early-stage (Alpha) testing initiatives to identify product issues and assess product performance in real-world conditions.
• Validate laboratory test outcomes against product design and quality requirements.
• Analyse in-life product quality and other data streams to generate actionable insights.
• Build and maintain quality dashboards that provide early indicators of both hardware and software quality.
• Develop robust product-level test specifications and perform detailed product requirement analysis.
• Ensure test specifications are accurate and aligned with key development milestones, supporting teams from concept through production and post-launch.
• Drive innovation in testing methodologies, including the application of AI/ML and advanced data analytics, to improve detection reliability and test efficiency.
• Act as a technical authority within the Test & QA function and collaborate with Development, Operations, Quality, and Design teams.
• Integrate effective testing processes throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Report test progress and product quality status to senior stakeholders and ensure clear communication across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in product quality, hardware/software testing, or related areas.
• Strong proficiency in Python for data manipulation and statistical analysis.
• Hands-on experience with Python libraries such as Pandas and NumPy for data processing.
• Experience using Matplotlib, Seaborn, or Plotly for data visualisation and automated quality reporting.
• Experience building automated dashboards using Tableau or Power BI.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience querying complex datasets.
• Experience working with cloud-based data platforms such as AWS Redshift.
• Strong understanding of electronics hardware and hardware-software interfacing.
• Knowledge of software architecture in IoT products, including Embedded Systems, Mobile Applications, Cloud, and Machine Learning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple product deliverables and schedules simultaneously.