Embedded Software Test Engineer

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• Create, execute, and maintain manual and automated test cases for embedded electronic systems and software.
• Validate system functionality, performance, reliability, and quality across various operating conditions.
• Identify, document, and track defects through their full lifecycle, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication.
• Perform regression testing to confirm that new changes do not negatively impact existing functionality.
• Communicate test results, findings, and risks clearly to software developers and other stakeholders.
• Participate actively in requirements, design, and technical reviews to influence testability and quality early in the lifecycle.
• Document test procedures, test environments, and results to support compliance, traceability, and repeatability.
• Use electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies to support system-level verification.
• Review source code where needed to derive effective and targeted test cases.
• Contribute to the improvement of automated testing frameworks and processes in an Agile/Scrum environment., You will work in a collaborative engineering environment that emphasizes product quality, reliability, and systematic verification of embedded systems. The role involves close interaction with software developers and participation in Agile/Scrum ceremonies such as sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives. You will use modern software development and lifecycle tools, including version control, requirements management, and bug tracking systems, as well as electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies to validate hardware/software interactions. The environment supports both manual and automated testing, encourages the use of scripting and programming languages like Python, Bash, and C, and may involve working with Linux-based platforms, bare-metal systems, and RTOS architectures. The culture values clear documentation, repeatable processes, and open communication to ensure high-quality product releases., Regression Testing Time Off Management Software Engineering Software Development Computer Engineering Product Requirements Programming Languages Sprint Retrospectives Artificial Intelligence Product Quality (QA/QC) Requirements Management C (Programming Language) Bash (Scripting Language) Software Technical Review Electronic Test Equipment Engineering Design Process Bug Tracking And Management Real-Time Operating Systems Employee Assistance Programs Scrum (Software Development) Python (Programming Language) Influencing Without Authority Continuous Improvement Process +0

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• 1-5 years of experience in software testing, verification, or validation.
• Hands-on experience developing test cases from requirements and design documentation.
• Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language such as Python, Bash, or C.
• Experience with version control systems, requirements management tools, and bug tracking tools.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development environments and iterative delivery practices.
• Ability to use electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail in identifying and documenting defects.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with software developers and technical stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience testing embedded systems, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked on embedded electronic products.
• Exposure to bare-metal and/or RTOS-based architectures and their constraints.
• Understanding of hardware/software interactions in electronic products and embedded environments.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and tools for embedded or software systems.
• Ability to review and interpret source code to design targeted and meaningful test cases.
• Linux experience, including working in Linux-based development or test environments.
• Interest in continuous improvement of test strategies, automation coverage, and quality processes., Hartford, WI, *Remote Linux Scripting Visionary Leadership Automation Innovation Bare Metal Reliability Testability Multimeters Test Design Traceability Oscilloscope Communication Detail Oriented Version Control Test Automation Problem Solving Sprint Planning Development Aid Embedded Systems Software Testing Test Engineering Agile Methodology Embedded Software Influencing Skills

This is a Permanent position based out of Hartford, WI. Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. 401(k) with company match. Paid time off and flexible scheduling. Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance. HSA/FSA programs and employee assistance resources. Workplace Type

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