Embedded QA Engineer for Firmware & Hardware Validation

pJoin our team to ensure the quality and reliability of advanced embedded systems. You will analyze requirements, develop and execute test plans, manage defect reporting and traceability, and support ASPICE-aligned processes. Working closely with firmware, software, and hardware teams, you will validate embedded products through functional, integration, and regression testing, helping deliver robust and high-quality solutions. /pbrOntdek hieronder precies welke vaardigheden, ervaring en kwalificaties u nodig heeft om te slagen in deze functie, voordat u solliciteert.brpOur company is developing cutting-edge embedded systems for advanced RD products, providing unique opportunities to work on next-generation firmware and hardware integration. The focus of this role is to ensure the quality and reliability of embedded software running on microcontroller-based systems and single-board computers. As an Embedded Software QA Engineer, you will analyze project requirements, design and maintain test plans, execute functional and integration tests, and document results. You will work closely with software and hardware teams to reproduce, investigate, and report issues, supporting the delivery of high-quality embedded products. /pKey ResponsibilitiesulliAnalyze project requirements related to the product, firmware functionality, and test benches /liliDesign, develop, and maintain test documentation to ensure comprehensive functional coverage /liliExecute test scenarios based on defined test plans, clearly reporting testing results and progress /liliIdentify, investigate, and document defects, including reproduction steps and detailed issue reporting /liliPrepare test reports and actively participate in team meetings /liliContribute to the development and validation of advanced RD products /liliFormat into sections and lists to improve readability /liliBuild and maintain verification strategy across firmware, embedded software, and hardware integration /liliEstablish traceability from requirements to tests, defects, and release criteria /liliSupport ASPICE-aligned engineering process and evidence collection /liliRun static analysis / compliance checks and coordinate MISRA-related verification /liliDefine regression campaigns for embedded builds, interfaces, and system behaviors /liliProduce test reports suitable for internal quality review and customer confidence /liliAvoid targeting specific demographics e.g. gender, nationality and age /liliNo need to add a link to apply (one is added automatically) /li /ulTechnical Qualifications RequiredulliTechnical education in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field /lili3+ years of experience in QA, including at least 1 year in embedded systems /liliExperience testing microcontroller-based systems (e.g., STM32) and single-board computers (e.g., Raspberry Pi) /liliFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines for software/firmware testing /liliSolid understanding of test design techniques, test levels, and test types /liliFamiliarity with embedded communication protocols such as UART, SPI, and I2C /liliExperience debugging firmware flashing processes and hardware interfaces /liliAbility to reproduce system issues by replicating hardware/software interactions /liliStrong embedded test methodology /liliExcellent requirements analysis and traceability /liliUnderstanding of verification levels: unit, integration, system, hardware-software integration /liliFamiliarity with ASPICE / SPICE /liliAbility to assess compliance to coding standards and process rules /liliFamiliarity with MISRA checking xgiwjmb workflows, static analysis, and code review support /liliStrong CI/CD mindset for firmware and embedded software /liliAbility to build automated regression environments /liliGood defect triage discipline and root-cause collaboration /liliUnderstanding of communication protocols, flashing, logs, interfaces, and reproducibility /li /ulSkills Abilities RequiredulliStrong analytical skills and attention to detail in embedded testing environments /liliEffective verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration /liliAbility to work independently and as part of a team, using tools like Jira and Confluence /liliPatience and clarity in troubleshooting complex issues /liliExperience with test automation in Python, basic shell scripting, or C++ is a plus /liliFamiliarity with debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, SWD) and register-level analysis is a plus /liliCompetence in using measurement equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, antenna analyzers, or spectrum analyzers is a plus /liliBasic understanding of electronics and ability to interpret schematics is advantageous /li /ulbr