Firmware Validation Engineer

Ev Magazine; Foster City (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Long-term care insurance

Disability insurance (long-term/short)

Life insurance

Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs)

Amazon RSUs

Job summary

Zoox is seeking a Firmware Validation Engineer in Foster City, CA (hybrid, full-time) to validate firmware across component, subsystem and system levels for autonomous vehicle platforms. You will design test plans, execute multi-layer tests (HiL, Dyno, vehicle), and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust feature delivery.

Required: a BS degree in engineering and 4+ years in embedded software testing, plus Python scripting, Git and test automation experience.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or Systems Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in developing or testing embedded software.
• Test automation with Python or other scripting languages.
• Experience writing code with source control (Git).
• Hands-on debugging of networked microprocessors and electromechanical devices.
• Experience parsing and analyzing log data and identifying root cause.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop comprehensive test plans based on requirements, trace testcases to requirements, set pass/fail criteria and refine requirements based on test outcomes.
• Develop and implement test plans on multiple test layers (HiL, Dyno, Vehicle).
• Define tooling needs to execute tests and evaluate results efficiently.
• Collaborate with system, firmware & hardware engineers to ensure implementations meet requirements and desired functionality in accordance with product requirements.
• Investigate firmware issues through data analysis and issue reproduction.

Education

BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or Systems Engineering

Tools

Git

Python scripting

Robot testing framework

pytest

JIRA

TestRail

XRAY

Polarion

JAMA

Doors

Job description

# Firmware Validation EngineerFoster City, CA · hybrid · Full-timeSoftwarehybridFull-timeUSFoster CitySHARE THIS JOBDirect links only. No trackers, no third-party scripts.FacebookXLinkedInWhatsAppTelegramRedditBlueskyThreadsPinterestEmail## About the roleAs a Firmware Validation Engineer, you will validate firmware functionality at the component, subsystem and system level, ensuring features operate reliably within the broader vehicle platform. This includes testing embedded applications, control logic, and feature integrations across hardware interfaces, sensors, and actuators to confirm they meet functional, performance, and safety requirements. Your work directly impacts the quality and readiness of customer-facing features by catching issues early, improving integration stability, and ensuring smooth delivery of these features to internal customers. Through close collaboration with firmware developers, systems engineers and cross-functional teams, you will help deliver robust and reliable features to production.## In this role, you will:Define and develop comprehensive test plans based on requirements, trace testcases to requirements, set pass/fail criteria and refine requirements based on test outcomes Develop and implement test plans on multiple test layers (HiL, Dyno, Vehicle) Define tooling needs to execute tests and evaluate results efficiently Collaborate with system, firmware & hardware engineers to ensureimplementations meet requirements and desired functionality in accordance withproduct requirements. Investigate firmware issues through data analysis and issue reproduction## QualificationsBS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or Systems Engineering 4+ years of experience in developing or testing embedded software Test automation with Python or other scripting languages Experience writing code with source control (Git) Hands-on technical experience debugging complex systems involving networked microprocessors and software-controlled electrical or electromechanical devices Experience parsing and analyzing log data/source code and identifying rootcause. Positive attitude, team player, and ability to quickly adapt to changes## Bonus QualificationsWorking knowledge of components/systems such as drive unit, power steering, actuators, braking systems, powertrain and their interactions. Experience with Python testing frameworks (Robot, pytest, etc.) Experience with continuous integration/deployment systems Experience using tools such as JIRA, TestRail, Polarion/JAMA/Doors, XRAY, etc. Experience in systems validation or integration Ability to develop test plans based on FMEA/vehicle safety concepts analysis## CompensationBase Salary Range There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position. Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.## About the employerAbout Zoox Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team. Follow us on LinkedIn Accommodations If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [e-mail] or your assigned recruiter. A Final Note: You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.