Embedded Engineer

HCL Technologies Limited; Chennai, Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

HCL Technologies Limited in Chennai is seeking an experienced Embedded Testing Engineer with expertise in Embedded Systems Testing and Python-based test automation. The candidate will test embedded software, firmware, and hardware interfaces.

Responsibilities include developing Python automation scripts, executing functional/integration/regression tests, validating CAN/UART/SPI/I2C/Ethernet, and collaborating with developers and hardware teams.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience in Embedded Software/System Testing.
• Strong hands-on Python scripting and test automation.
• Understanding of Embedded Systems, Firmware and Software Testing.
• Experience in functional, integration, regression, and system testing.
• Knowledge of embedded communication protocols CAN, UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, or Serial.
• Good debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of SDLC/STLC and Agile methodology.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional, integration, system, and regression testing of embedded software/products.
• Develop and maintain Python-based automation scripts and test frameworks.
• Design, review, and execute test cases from requirements.
• Test embedded devices, firmware, and hardware-software interfaces.
• Validate CAN/UART/SPI/I2C/Ethernet/Serial interfaces.
• Analyze failures, logs, traces, and root causes.
• Collaborate with developers, system engineers, and hardware teams.
• Perform manual and automated testing in embedded environments.
• Report defects using JIRA and track retests.
• Participate in test planning and automation framework improvements.

Skills

Embedded testing

Python scripting

Regression testing

Debugging

Agile/SDLC

Test case design

Hardware interfaces

Tools

JIRA

PyTest

Robot Framework

Git/GitLab/Jenkins

CANoe/CANalyzer

Shell scripting

Job description

Job Title: Embedded Testing Engineer Python

Experience: 48 Years
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Embedded Testing Engineer with strong hands‑on experience in Embedded Systems Testing and Python-based Test Automation. The candidate should have a solid understanding of embedded software, communication protocols, test automation, debugging, and defect management.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform functional, integration, system, and regression testing of embedded software/products.
• Develop and maintain Python-based automation scripts and test frameworks.
• Design, review, and execute test cases based on system/software requirements.
• Perform testing of embedded devices, firmware, and hardware-software interfaces.
• Validate communication interfaces and protocols such as CAN, UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, or Serial communication, depending on the product.
• Analyze test failures, logs, traces, and system behavior to identify root causes.
• Work closely with developers, system engineers, and hardware teams for defect investigation and resolution.
• Perform manual and automated testing in embedded environments.
• Report, track, and retest defects using tools such as JIRA or equivalent defect-management tools.
• Participate in test planning, reviews, and continuous improvement of the automation framework.

Mandatory Skills

• 4–8 years of experience in Embedded Software/System Testing.
• Strong hands‑on experience in Python scripting and test automation.
• Good understanding of Embedded Systems, Firmware, and Software Testing.
• Experience in functional, integration, regression, and system testing.
• Knowledge of embedded communication protocols such as CAN, UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, or Serial.
• Good debugging and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in test case design, execution, defect reporting, and root‑cause analysis.
• Good understanding of SDLC/STLC and Agile methodology.

Good to Have

• Experience with PyTest, Robot Framework, unittest, or similar Python automation frameworks.
• Knowledge of Linux and shell scripting.
• Experience with Git/GitLab/Jenkins or CI/CD environments.
• Automotive experience with CANoe/CANalyzer, UDS, diagnostics, HIL/SIL testing is an advantage where applicable.
• Familiarity with hardware interfaces, test benches, simulators, or embedded debugging tools.