Embedded Software Test Engineer
Matchtech
Leicester, United Kingdom
2 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Compensation
£ 40KJob location
Leicester, United Kingdom
Tech stack
Automation of Tests
Software Debugging
Embedded Software
Github
Verification and Validation (Software)
PIC Microcontroller
Software Verification
System-level Testing
DO-178B
Software Performance
Job description
We're looking for an Embedded Software Test Engineer to support the verification and validation of safety-critical embedded systems used in aerospace applications. You'll work onsite with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-integrity software performance and robust testing processes. Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and test cases.
- Perform unit, integration, HIL, and system-level testing of embedded software.
- Investigate defects, support debugging, and produce clear test documentation.
- Review requirements and code for completeness and testability.
- Interpret hardware datasheets and interface specifications to develop realistic test scenarios.
- Use embedded toolchains, debuggers, simulators, and automated test environments.
- Contribute to improvements in test processes, tools, and methodologies.
Requirements
- Experience in software verification within aerospace, automotive, medical, rail, or other safety-critical environments.
- Strong understanding of embedded systems and microcontroller-based software.
- Ability to read and understand C source code for testability.
- Ability to interpret hardware documentation and communication interface specifications.
- Must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).
Desirable Skills
- Experience working with DO-178B/C processes.
- Familiarity with tools such as DOORS and GitHub.
Benefits & conditions
- Exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technology.
- Development in high-integrity software testing and safety-critical engineering.
- A collaborative environment with experienced engineers.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.