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# Embedded Firmware Validation Engineer (AUTOSAR & HIL)

- **Company:** Spanidea Systems LLC
- **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $187,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Automation of Tests, AUTomotive Open System Architecture (AUTOSAR), Software Quality, Communications Protocols, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Embedded C, Embedded Software, Firmware, FlexRay, FreeRTOS, Github, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Regression Testing, Test Execution Engine, Strategies of Testing, Scripting, Pikeos, Pytest, Information Technology, Trace32, Automotive Software, Jenkins
- **Published:** August 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=38b681aad99ab6f9

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
 * 3+ years of embedded firmware validation or automotive software testing experience.
 * Experience with AUTOSAR Classic and/or Adaptive.
 * Hands-on experience with CAN/CAN-FD, LIN, FlexRay, or Automotive Ethernet.
 * Strong Python scripting skills and familiarity with embedded C.
 * Experience with HIL/SIL validation and Linux environments.
 * Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills., * Experience with QNX, INTEGRITY, PikeOS, or SafeRTOS.
 * Knowledge of ISO 26262 (ASIL) and ISO 21434.
 * Experience with CANoe, CANalyzer, TRACE32, ControlDesk, and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions, * AUTOSAR Classic and/or Adaptive: 3 years (Required)
 * embedded firmware validation or automotive software testing : 3 years (Required)

## Description

We are seeking an Embedded Firmware Validation Engineer to validate AUTOSAR Classic and Adaptive software platforms for next-generation automotive systems. The ideal candidate will have experience with embedded firmware validation, HIL/SIL testing, automotive communication protocols, and Python automation. You will develop validation strategies, automate test execution, perform root cause analysis, and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure software quality and reliability., * Design and execute validation strategies for AUTOSAR Classic and Adaptive software stacks.

 * Validate automotive communication protocols including CAN/CAN-FD, LIN, FlexRay, Automotive Ethernet, SOME/IP, and DoIP.
 * Develop automated test frameworks using Python (PyTest).
 * Perform HIL/SIL testing, fault injection, regression testing, and root cause analysis.
 * Debug firmware and communication issues using automotive validation tools.
 * Collaborate with firmware, BSW, and functional safety teams to resolve defects.
 * Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.


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