Firmware & Electronic Test Engineer

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Edinburgh, UK
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Automation of Tests C++ (Programming Language) Continuous Integration Software Debugging Embedded C Firmware Hardware Design Hardware Interface Design Python (Programming Language) Software Testing Automation Framework Scripting PIC Microcontroller
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System-level Testing

Job description

The Role

This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in ensuring the reliability, performance, and quality of cutting-edge IoT devices. You’ll work closely with firmware, hardware, and product teams to develop and execute robust test strategies across the full product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement test plans for embedded firmware and electronic hardware
  • Design automated and manual test systems for IoT devices
  • Perform functional, regression, and system-level testing
  • Debug and diagnose faults across firmware and hardware interfaces
  • Collaborate with design engineers to improve testability and product quality
  • Document test procedures, results, and validation reports
  • Support continuous integration and automated testing environments

Skills & Experience Required

  • Experience testing embedded systems (firmware + electronics)
  • Strong understanding of microcontrollers and embedded C/C++
  • Familiarity with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analysers, etc.)
  • Experience with test automation frameworks or scripting (Python or similar)
  • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
  • Experience with wireless connected devices
  • Understanding of hardware design principles

What’s on Offer

  • Opportunity to join a fast-growing, innovative company
  • Work on cutting-edge products from concept to production
  • Collaborative and agile engineering environment
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Real scope for career progression as the company scales

Apply now or contact KO2 Recruitment for more information.

Requirements

  • Experience testing embedded systems (firmware + electronics)
  • Strong understanding of microcontrollers and embedded C/C++
  • Familiarity with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analysers, etc.)
  • Experience with test automation frameworks or scripting (Python or similar)
  • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
  • Experience with wireless connected devices
  • Understanding of hardware design principles

Benefits & conditions

  • Opportunity to join a fast-growing, innovative company
  • Work on cutting-edge products from concept to production
  • Collaborative and agile engineering environment
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Real scope for career progression as the company scales

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