Software Test Engineer – Embedded/Linux Testing

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group in Portage, MI seeks a Software Test Engineer focused on embedded/Linux testing to join a long-term engagement. You’ll verify embedded software, execute manual and automated tests, and help debug defects across OS and hardware interfaces.

You will develop test scripts in Python, C/C++, or MATLAB, perform OS updates, and collaborate with embedded and OS teams to ensure robust integration testing. This role requires onsite presence four days per week in Portage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of software testing experience in a Linux environment.
• Hands-on in Python, C, or C++ for test scripts.
• Experience with embedded systems testing and verification.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies and debugging.
• Experience executing manual and automated test cases.
• Ability to work onsite in Portage, MI four days per week.

Responsibilities

• Support embedded software verification and validation activities.
• Execute manual and automated test protocols.
• Analyze test results and assist with defect debugging/resolution.
• Perform OS updates and system bring-up activities.
• Collaborate with embedded and OS development teams for integration testing.
• Develop and maintain test scripts using Python, C/C++, or MATLAB.
• Document testing activities, defects, and validation results in Jira/JAMA.

Skills

Linux testing

Python

C/C++

Embedded testing

Testing methodologies

Manual testing

Automated testing

OS debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE/SE

Tools

Jama

Jira

DOORS

GitLab CI/CD

Job description

Job Title: Software Test Engineer - Embedded/Linux Testing

Location: Portage MI

Duration: Long Term

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field
• 4+ years of experience in software testing within a Linux environment
• Experience with Python, C, or C++
• Experience with embedded systems testing and verification
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and debugging
• Experience executing manual and automated test cases
• Ability to work onsite in Portage, MI four days per week

Responsibilities

• Support embedded software verification and validation activities
• Execute manual and automated test protocols
• Analyze test results and assist with defect debugging/resolution
• Perform OS updates and system bring-up activities
• Collaborate with embedded and OS development teams for integration testing
• Develop and maintain test scripts using Python, C/C++, or MATLAB
• Document testing activities, defects, and validation results in Jira/JAMA

Preferred Skills

• Experience in regulated industries such as Medical Devices
• Familiarity with Yocto Linux or custom OS environments
• Experience with JAMA, DOORS, Jira, or similar tools
• Knowledge of GitLab and CI/CD pipelines
• Understanding of SDLC, validation, and verification processes