Firmware Validation Engineer

Akaasa Technologies; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Akaasa Technologies in Foster City, CA is seeking a Firmware Validation Engineer to lead hands-on validation and QA for embedded firmware and connectivity features. You will write and execute test plans, reproduce issues from production, and collaborate across engineering to close coverage gaps.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in validation/test, strong debugging skills, Python scripting, and experience with Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi/LTE/5G or vehicle networking in Linux environments.

Qualifications

• Write and execute test plans and cases, identify coverage gaps, and manage defects through resolution.
• Hands-on validation in connectivity domains (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LTE/5G, GNSS, or vehicle networking).
• Debugging and log analysis using Wireshark, ADB, DLT, Bluetooth/HCI traces.
• Reproduce and troubleshoot issues from production or field environments.
• Python scripting for automation and log analysis.
• Proficiency in Linux/Ubuntu environments.
• Experience with Jira and Confluence; Agile methodologies.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Write and execute test plans and cases, identify coverage gaps, and manage defects through resolution.
• Hands-on validation in connectivity domains (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LTE/5G, GNSS, or vehicle networking).
• Debugging and log analysis using Wireshark, ADB, DLT, Bluetooth/HCI traces.
• Reproduce and troubleshoot issues from production or field environments.
• Python scripting for automation and log analysis.
• Proficiency in Linux/Ubuntu environments.
• Experience with Jira and Confluence; Agile methodologies.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Firmware validation

QA engineering

Test planning

Connectivity validation

Python scripting

Linux/Ubuntu

Debugging

Log analysis

Jira/Confluence

Agile methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in EE/CE/CS

Tools

Wireshark

ADB

DLT

Bluetooth/HCI traces

Job description

POSITIONFirmware Validation EngineerLOCATION5 days onsite in Foster City, CAREREQUIED SKILLS8+ years in a hands-on validation/QA engineering role on firmware or embedded products.

Demonstrated experience writing and executing test plans/cases, identifying and closing coverage gaps, and managing defects through the full lifecycle.

Hands-on validation experience in at least one connectivity domain - Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular (LTE/5G), GNSS, or vehicle networking

• Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field


• 8 years of experience in firmware validation, embedded systems testing, or QA engineering


• Proven experience creating and executing test plans, identifying coverage gaps, and managing defects through resolution


• Hands-on experience validating connectivity technologies such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LTE/5G, GNSS, or vehicle networking


• Strong debugging and log analysis skills utilizing tools such as Wireshark, ADB, DLT, Bluetooth/HCI traces, or similar technologies


• Experience reproducing and troubleshooting issues from production or field environments


• Python scripting experience for automation, log analysis, and repetitive validation tasks


• Proficiency working in Linux/Ubuntu environments


• Experience with Jira, Confluence, and Agile software development methodologies


• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional engineering environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with audio, streaming, media casting, infotainment, or in-cabin entertainment systems


• Bluetooth stack validation experience, including pairing, A2DP, HFP, AVRCP, and interoperability testing


• Background supporting wireless connectivity technologies


• Experience within, robotics, automotive, or fleet-based environments