Firmware QA Engineer

Sensia; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company is seeking a Firmware QA Engineer to validate firmware used in field instrumentation and control devices in the Oil & Gas industry. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with test frameworks, embedded systems, and quality assurance processes. Key responsibilities include designing test cases, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and supporting real-world testing. Candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and possess excellent problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Good hands-on experience in firmware QA/testing, preferably in a regulated or industrial environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with test frameworks.
• Experience testing embedded systems, RTOS, device drivers, and communication interfaces.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Shell) for test automation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test cases for embedded firmware.
• Perform hands-on testing of devices, including sensor calibration validation.
• Ensure firmware meets safety, reliability, and compliance standards.
• Analyze test results, log defects, and collaborate with development for root-cause resolution.
• Ensure firmware meets safety, reliability, and compliance standards (API, ISO, IEC).
• Assist in development and execution of hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing strategies.
• Define test strategies, traceability matrices, and quality metrics with cross-functional teams.
• Support field deployment teams in testing and troubleshooting firmware-related issues.

Skills

Test frameworks

Embedded systems

Quality assurance processes

Scripting languages (Python, Shell)

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

Google Test

Robot Framework

Unity (for C)

PyTest

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Job description

Sensia is the unification of sensing, intelligence and action. Sensia brings together the best of the best: the pioneering process automation, real-time control and IoT technologies of Rockwell Automation, combined with the unmatched measurement and instrumentation, software and analytics capabilities of Schlumberger.

Sensia is a strong brand that has meaning. It stands for integrity, innovation, engagement, and performance. We will be recognized for these qualities wherever people see the Sensia mark

Job Description

We are seeking a Firmware QA Engineer with strong hands-on experience in test frameworks, embedded systems, and quality assurance processes. This role is critical in validating firmware used in field instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and control devices specific to the Oil & Gas industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test cases for embedded firmware used in Oil & Gas equipment.
• Develop and maintain test frameworks for regression, functional, integration, and system-level testing.
• Perform hands-on testing of devices, including sensor calibration validation, real-time data acquisition, and communication protocols (Modbus, CAN, HART, RS485, etc.).
• Analyze test results, log defects, and collaborate with development teams for root cause analysis and resolution.
• Ensure firmware meets safety, reliability, and compliance standards (API, ISO, IEC, etc.).
• Assist in development and execution of hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing strategies.
• Work with cross-functional teams to define test strategies, traceability matrices, and quality metrics.
• Support field deployment teams in testing and troubleshooting firmware-related issues under real-world conditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Good hands-onexperience in firmware QA/testing, preferably in a regulated or industrial environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with test frameworks like Google Test, Robot Framework, Unity (for C), or PyTest.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Shell, etc.) for test automation.
• Experience testing embedded systems, RTOS, device drivers, and communication interfaces.
• Familiarity with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG debuggers, and other lab equipment.
• Working knowledge of SCADA, PLC, or industrial communication protocols is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with firmware QA in the Oil & Gas, energy, or heavy industrial sector.
• Exposure to safety-critical systems or compliance with industry-specific QA standards (e.g., IEC 61508, API standards, ATEX, SIL).
• Experience with DevOps pipelines and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Knowledge of hardware bring-up testing and field deployment validation.

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