Embedded Systems Validation Test Engineer (Python)

OSI Engineering; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 89,544 - 103,320; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Embedded Systems Validation Test Engineer in Cupertino, CA. This full-time role involves testing firmware and drivers while collaborating across various engineering teams. Ideal candidates have 2–8+ years in embedded systems, excellent Python skills, and a relevant degree. Pay ranges from $65–75 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• 2–8+ years of experience in developing and testing embedded systems/devices.
• System Validation testing experience to validate and debug embedded products.
• Excellent comprehension of hardware specs and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Test and validate firmware and drivers for common firmware interfaces.
• Implement features to support hardware testing and diagnosis of devices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on technology exploration.

Skills

Python test automation

Embedded systems development and testing

Understanding of ARM platform

Knowledge of hardware protocols

Debugging skills

Communication skills

Education

BS or MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Embedded Systems Validation Test Engineer (Python) role focusing on testing and validating firmware, drivers, and related IPs across common interfaces, chipsets, and SoCs. You will implement features to support hardware testing and device diagnosis, and contribute to new technology exploration and proof of concept development. This is a highly multi-functional role requiring collaboration with EE, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Hardware Testing, QA, Factory, Manufacturing and Operations.

Responsibilities

• Test and validate firmware and drivers for common firmware interfaces, chipsets, communications protocols and various SoC IPs.
• Implement features to support hardware testing and diagnosis of devices.
• Assist with new technology exploration and proof of concept development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including EE, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Hardware Testing, QA, Factory, Manufacturing and Operations.

Qualifications

• 2–8+ years of experience in developing and testing embedded systems/devices
• System Validation testing experience to validate and debug embedded products (FW/SW)
• Excellent Python test automation experience
• Understanding and experience with ARM platform and architecture/instruction set
• Experience with standard hardware protocols (USB, UART, SPI, I2C, I2S, PCIe)
• Experience with debuggers such as gdb
• Able to comprehend hardware specs and schematics
• Experience developing drivers/applications in Unix, Linux, or MacOS
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• BS or MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiar with C++/Objective-C/Swift

Details

• Type: Full Time
• Location: Cupertino, CA – Onsite 5 days a week, 8 hours per day, no overtime.
• Pay Rate Range: $65-75/h (DOE)
• No C2C or third party agencies