Firmware Validation and Testing Engineer – IoT Frontend Chip (m/f/d)
Responsibilities
- Derive specifications for test setups and test cases from system level requirements / Design and execute validation plans for IoT frontend chip firmware
- Apply and – where required - extend existing test frameworks and scripts for functional, stress and performance testing
- Strive for fully automated and reproducible test setups and test execution flows
- Technical coordination of a team of 3–5 junior engineers
- Provide guidance on best practices for firmware testing and debugging
- Work package break down and effort estimations
- Work closely with hardware, software, and system teams to ensure seamless integration
- Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams in English
- Implement Test Setups and Lab Setups including IoT RF communication
- Create test specifications and lead the test implementation using Python and C
- Analyze test results and troubleshoot issues at firmware and system level
Profile
- Strong experience in firmware validation and testing for embedded systems
- Proficiency in Python and C programming
- Strong experience in working under lab conditions and handling RF equipment for interoperability testing
- Excellent command of English (written and spoken)
- Solid understanding of Sub-GHz IoT communication protocols and frontend chip architecture
- Know-how with software defined radio (SDR) would be a benefit
- Proven ability to lead and mentor a small engineering team
- Hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills
- Experience with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines
- Knowledge of RF testing or IoT connectivity standards (Zigbee, etc.)
- Experience with Software Defined Radio (SDR) using MATLAB and Python
Benefits
- Flexible starting date (asap - 03/26)
- Working with an international company as an independent consultant
- Technical leadership of a small team of engineers
About Hays
Our many years of recruitment experience and our expert knowledge of the engineering job market make us a strong partner for engineers and technicians. We maintain close relationships with customers across all industries and therefore can provide engineering specialists with exciting projects and attractive job opportunities, drawing on your personal interests and experience. As your professional companion, we support you throughout the entire process, from the first contact to the first day on your new job – all this completely free of charge. Register now and look forward to many interesting and suitable positions and projects.
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- Telephone or personal interview
- Contact with customers
- Contract with Hays
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