System Validation Engineer

Qualinx B.V.; Delft; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee equity ownership

Well-being resources

Full visa support

Pension savings contributions

Modern, well-equipped office

Quarterly team events

Job summary

Qualinx B.V. in Delft, Netherlands, is searching for a Hardware and Software System Validation Engineer. This role involves defining validation criteria, integrating components, and executing testing in embedded communication systems. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, along with experience in hardware/software testing. Key skills include C/C++, embedded systems knowledge, and proficiency with testing equipment. Benefits include employee equity, mental healthcare resources, and full visa support for international relocation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Several years of experience in hardware/software testing, integration, and validation.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, low-level hardware and software.

Responsibilities

• Define validation criteria and strategies for integration.
• Integrate hardware and software components and execute tests.
• Develop and maintain test automation frameworks.

Skills

Embedded systems understanding

C/C++ proficiency

Scripting languages (Python)

Communication protocols knowledge

Testing equipment usage skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science

Tools

Testing equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters)

Job description

About Qualinx

Qualinx is a pioneering semiconductor scale‑up based in Delft, Netherlands, building cutting‑edge Digital RF technology that powers advanced GNSS and IoT connectivity. Our mission is to create precision, efficient, and adaptable connectivity solutions.

Job Overview

The Hardware and Software System Validation Engineering team works on integrating hardware, SOC, software, firmware, and protocol stacks of embedded communication systems to ensure components function correctly and meet requirements.

Responsibilities

• Define validation criteria, plans, and strategies for system and component integration.
• Integrate hardware and software components and execute functional, regression, and performance testing.
• Develop and maintain test automation frameworks and hardware lab test setups.
• Troubleshoot and debug hardware and software issues in collaboration with HW, SO, Silicon Validation, Application Engineering, and Systems teams.
• Work closely with hardware, software, systems, algorithms, and application teams to ensure successful integration and validation.
• Support product development from concept to final release.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
• Several years of experience in hardware/software testing, integration, and validation. Senior/Lead roles require 10+ years, mid-level requires 4‑6 years.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, hardware and low‑level software.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with scripting languages (Python) for test automation and data analysis.
• Knowledge of communication protocols and wireless: GNSS, BLE, IoT, LoRa, Ethernet, SPI, UART, I2C, LVDS, RF components (ADC, DAC, PLL, Filters, LNA).
• Experience with testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal analyzers.
• Proven unit, functional, and regression testing methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

• Employee equity ownership.
• Well‑being resources, including mental healthcare platform.
• Full visa support for international relocation.
• Pension savings contributions.
• Modern, well‑equipped office.
• Quarterly team events.