Test Automation Engineer – Embedded Systems

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Job summary

A leading software development firm is seeking a Test Automation Engineer – Embedded Systems to focus on SDK validation and automated testing. You will be responsible for designing and implementing test frameworks while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience in embedded software and strong skills in C, Python, and Shell scripting. This role offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in embedded software engineering or system software test automation.
• Experience in debugging software-device interactions in embedded environments.
• Strong knowledge of SPI/I2C communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated test frameworks for SDK and application flows.
• Build testing infrastructure for regression suites and reporting.
• Support lab qualification and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

C programming

Python

Shell scripting

Problem-solving

Collaboration skills

Job description

Test Automation Engineer – Embedded Systems

Location: Austin, TX — Full-Time
Work Type: Permanent
Experience Required: 10–15 Years
Compensation: USD 160,000–180,000 + Meaningful Equity

Job Overview

The Embedded Software Engineer will focus on SDK validation and automated testing for semiconductor products. This hands‑on role involves building test frameworks, improving software quality, and enabling reliable SDK releases while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated test frameworks for SDK and application flows.
• Build testing infrastructure: strategy, tools, regression suites, reporting.
• Develop host‑ and target‑driven utilities for SPI/I2C communication testing.
• Create mocks/stubs to enable repeatable unit testing of firmware‑device interactions.
• Apply software quality techniques: static analysis, code coverage, best practices.
• Support lab qualification and cross‑team collaboration to optimize SDK usage.
• Work effectively with distributed teams to meet deadlines.

Must‑Have Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years in embedded software engineering or system software test automation.
• Strong C, Python, and Shell programming skills.
• Experience building automated test frameworks and scalable regression suites.
• Embedded/target‑driven environment experience with debugging of software‑device interactions.
• Working knowledge of SPI/I2C or similar low‑level communication protocols.
• Familiarity with software quality methods: test strategy, static analysis, code coverage.
• Strong problem‑solving and collaboration skills.

Nice to Have

• CI pipeline integration experience.
• Embedded Linux/Windows development and testing.
• Hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing and lab test infrastructure experience.
• Exposure to static analysis tools and secure coding practices.

Soft Skills

• Self‑motivated with an ownership mindset in fast‑paced environments.
• Ability to work independently and drive projects to completion.
• Adaptable to international teams and different work cultures.
• Proactive problem‑solving attitude.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Quality Assurance

Industry

Software Development