Embedded Software - Verification Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited seeks an Embedded Software - Verification Engineer to design and execute comprehensive test strategies for embedded software solutions. You will drive automated testing, regression testing, and system validation across development stages.

The role requires a strong background in embedded systems verification, collaboration with software teams, and attention to detail to ensure high quality releases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering & 10+ years of experience in related technical field.
• Proven experience in Embedded Software Testing.
• Strong expertise in Integration Testing, Regression Testing, and System Testing.
• Knowledge of Verification and Validation (V&V) principles and methodologies.
• Experience with testing tools and frameworks for embedded systems.
• Familiarity with embedded operating systems and hardware platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute test cases for embedded software across units and system levels.
• Implement and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks to improve verification efficiency.
• Perform thorough regression testing to ensure new changes do not affect existing functionality.
• Conduct detailed system testing to validate end-to-end functionality and performance.
• Collaborate with development teams to understand requirements and provide feedback on quality.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work with developers to resolve issues.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of verification processes and methodologies.
• Document test plans, cases, results, and defect reports accurately.
• Participate in design and code reviews to ensure testability and quality.

Skills

Embedded testing

Integration testing

Regression testing

System testing

V&V principles

Testing tools

Embedded OS

Education

Electrical/Electronics Engineering (B.E./B.Tech/M.S.)

Tools

Automation frameworks

Embedded testing tools

Job description

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Job ID: R0131407 Date Posted: 2026-06-08 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: As an Embedded Software - Verification Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of embedded software solutions by developing and executing comprehensive test strategies.

How you’ll make an impact

• Design, develop, and execute test cases for embedded software across various stages of the development lifecycle, including unit, integration, system, and regression testing.
• Implement and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks to improve efficiency and coverage of the verification process.
• Perform thorough regression testing to ensure new software changes do not introduce defects into existing functionalities.
• Conduct detailed system testing to validate the end-to-end functionality and performance of embedded systems.
• Collaborate closely with development teams to understand software requirements, identify potential risks, and provide timely feedback on software quality.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work with developers to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of verification and validation processes and methodologies.
• Document test plans, test cases, test results, and defect reports accurately and comprehensively.
• Participate in design reviews and code reviews to ensure testability and quality of embedded software.

Your background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering & 10+ years of experience in related technical field.
• Proven experience in Embedded Software Testing.
• Strong expertise in Integration Testing, Regression Testing, and System Testing.
• Solid understanding and practical experience with Verification and Validation (V&V) principles and methodologies.
• Experience with various testing tools and frameworks relevant to embedded systems.
• Familiarity with embedded operating systems and hardware platforms.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

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