Senior Firmware Test Automation Engineer

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      "text": "Role Description ",
      "content": "<div>The Senior Firmware QA Engineer will, as a starting point, be responsible for the following:&nbsp;</div>\n\n<li>Develop and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for firmware testing, covering static analysis, unit, integration, system, and regression testing.&nbsp; Measure and increase test coverage over time, making sure to emulate edge cases and failure scenarios.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>With assistance from other teams, design and maintain automated hardware-in-the-loop test hardware to support regression testing. This will include everything from verifying wireless network functionality to testing sensor behavior.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Identify, document, and track firmware bugs, collaborating with the firmware engineering team to troubleshoot and resolve issues.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Monitor and analyze test results, creating detailed test reports and quality metrics to ensure continuous improvement in firmware quality.&nbsp;</li>\n"
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      "text": "Required Skills",
      "content": "\n<li>3+ years of experience in firmware quality assurance or embedded systems testing.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Experience working with embedded systems, including hands-on experience with firmware development environments, tools, and debugging, focused on small microcontrollers running RTOS or bare metal</li>\n<li>Proficiency in Python and C for test automation, debugging, and firmware validation.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Some ability to read schematics and work with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and voltmeters&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Proficiency in Linux-based environments, including command-line tools and scripting for test automation and debugging.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Demonstrated experience with testing frameworks and tools.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Strong understanding of QA methodologies and best practices, with the ability to tailor testing processes for high-quality firmware release.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Experience working in a collaborative environment with agile development processes.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to document and convey complex technical concepts clearly and concisely.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Excellent analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and isolate complex issues across firmware, Linux environments, and hardware.&nbsp;</li>\n"
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      "content": "\n<li>Experience with CI/CD tools.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements for embedded systems in critical infrastructure.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Familiarity with environmental testing protocols (e.g., temperature, humidity, and vibration testing) for embedded devices.&nbsp;</li>\n"
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