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# Senior Embedded Systems Test Engineer (All Genders)

- **Company:** STARK GmbH
- **Location:** Berlin, Germany
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JIRA, Automation of Tests, Software Bug Management, Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Firmware, FreeRTOS, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Regression Testing, Strategies of Testing, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Scripting, Serial Peripheral Interface, Git, Information Technology, Bare Metal, DO-178B
- **Published:** November 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5964823059

## About the Role

You thrive in the lab and enjoy "breaking" things to make them better, and you have a deep understanding of how software interacts with physical circuitry., * Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

 * Experience: 5+ years of experience in embedded software testing or development.
 * Strong programming skills in scripting languages like Python.
 * Experience with embedded RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr) or bare-metal environments.
 * Familiarity with communication protocols: UART, SPI, I2C and CAN.
 * Tools: Experience with Git, Jira, and lab equipment (Multimeters, Power Supplies, Debuggers like J-Link).

Nice-To-Have

 * The "Testing Mindset": A proactive approach to identifying edge cases and potential failure points.
 * Adaptability: Comfortable working with evolving hardware prototypes and early-stage firmware.
 * Communication: Ability to translate complex technical bugs into actionable reports for stakeholders.
 * Fluent English (C1 preferred). German language skills are advantageous but not required.

If you're interested in building the future of European Defence with us, and you see yourself reflected on the description above, please send us your CV in English. We're looking forward to meeting you!

## Description

* Test Strategy & Design: Develop comprehensive test plans, cases, and procedures based on functional requirements and design specifications.
 * Automated Testing: Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts (robotframework/Python).
 * Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL): Configure and operate HIL, SIL, and MIL simulation environments to validate software behavior in real-world scenarios.
 * Debugging & Analysis: Utilize oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers (CAN, SPI, I2C) to troubleshoot complex hardware/software interactions.
 * Defect Management: Identify, document, and track software defects; collaborate closely with firmware developers to verify fixes and perform regression testing.
 * Compliance: Ensure testing processes meet industry-specific standards (e.g., ISO 26262, IEC 62304, or DO-178C) where applicable.