Precision Software & Firmware Verification Engineer

Ralliant; Solon, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job description

**Software/Firmware Verification Engineer****Purpose of Position**Tektronix is seeking a Software/Firmware Verification Engineer to join our Precision DC Verification team. In this role, you will be responsible for verifying software and firmware used in industry-leading precision test and measurement instruments, ensuring products meet design requirements, quality standards, and customer expectations.You will work closely with software, firmware, and hardware engineers to develop and execute verification strategies that validate functional, performance, and quality requirements. This position offers the opportunity to work hands-on with high-performance instrumentation while helping improve the reliability, usability, and customer experience of our products.**Key Responsibilities*** Design, implement, and execute test plans to validate software and firmware functionality, performance, reliability, and compliance with requirements across embedded firmware, software applications, instrument communications, command interfaces, user experiences, and customer workflows.* Create and maintain automated tests, test frameworks, and supporting infrastructure to improve test coverage and execution efficiency.* Review requirements, specifications, and design documentation to develop verification strategies and ensure adequate test coverage.* Analyze test failures, troubleshoot issues, isolate root causes, and collaborate with development teams to drive resolution.* Document verification results, track test progress, and communicate findings, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.* Collaborate with software, firmware, and hardware engineers throughout the product lifecycle to ensure quality objectives are met.* Support project planning through effort estimation, risk assessment, and release readiness activities.* Continuously improve verification processes, tools, and automation capabilities.**Required Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience in software and/or firmware verification, test engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.* 3+ years of experience in software verification, firmware verification, or a related engineering role.* Experience testing integrated software, firmware, and hardware systems.* Strong programming skills in Python.* Experience designing, developing, and maintaining scalable automated test frameworks and automation solutions.* Experience with source control systems such as Git.* Experience creating test plans, test cases, test reports, and other verification documentation.* Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills across software, firmware, and hardware interactions.* Ability to analyze requirements and translate them into effective verification strategies.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.* Ability and desire to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional engineering environment.* Experience using defect tracking and work management systems such as Jira.**Preferred Qualifications*** Experience using test and measurement equipment such as digital multimeters (DMMs), source measure units (SMUs), oscilloscopes, power supplies, switch systems, data acquisition systems, or other electronic instrumentation.* Familiarity with other programming languages such as Lua, C#, or C++.* Familiarity with instrument communication and control technologies, including SCPI, VISA, IVI, and LXI-compliant instruments.* Experience testing communication interfaces such as USB, LAN/Ethernet, GPIB, and RS-232.**Ralliant Corporation Overview**Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.**About Tektronix**Tektronix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ralliant Corporation, is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of what’s possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Through precision-engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world-changing technologies. We believe that cultivating a deeper sense of loyalty and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. This reality inspires our Inclusion & Diversity vision, We Are More Together, and guides our approach as we all work toward creating great places where our teams work and thrive. Realize your true potential at Tektronix – join us in revolutionizing a better tomorrow!We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [e-mail].**Pay Range** The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 66900.00-124300.00