Firmware QA Engineer II

We are seeking a highly skilled Firmware QA Engineer II with a strong background in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and automated framework development. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of embedded firmware products throughout the development lifecycle. You will collaborate with hardware engineers and firmware developers to design and execute automated tests that evaluate system performance, functionality, and integration within a CI/CD pipeline.

Test Planning & Execution:

• Develop and code comprehensive automated test cases to validate firmware functionality and performance using Python and Robot Framework.
• Create and execute detailed test plans based on product specifications, utilizing Xray for Jira to ensure full requirements traceability and compliance.

Test Automation & CI/CD:

• Design and implement Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) automation frameworks to evaluate firmware on physical hardware platforms.
• Architect and integrate automated testing into Bitbucket CI/CD pipelines to improve testing efficiency.

Firmware Debugging & Analysis:

• Work closely with firmware developers to perform in-depth debugging and analysis of system behavior.
• Identify, log, and track defects throughout the development cycle, utilizing logic analyzers and USB analyzers to isolate root causes.

Hardware Integration & Lab Management:

• Develop and maintain a specialized HIL test lab, integrating hardware components with firmware to evaluate overall system functionality.
• Utilize and manage lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, power supplies, and digital multimeters, for test setup and hardware validation.

Collaboration & Reporting:

• Collaborate within an Agile/Scrum environment with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth test execution from concept to production.
• Document software designs and test procedures, providing clear reports on results to support formal verification and validation efforts.

• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (Computer Science or Computer Engineering preferred).
• Must have 2–5 years of experience in a relevant engineering position.
• Must be proficient in Python or related scripting languages for high-level test automation.
• Must have hands-on experience with Robot Framework or similar automated testing tools (Cypress, PyTest, etc).
• Must possess a solid understanding of firmware development and the architecture of embedded systems.
• Must have "hands-on" skills and be proficient in the use of common electronic test equipment: oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and logic analyzers.