Embedded Software Test Engineer (IoT Hardware)

TL;DR

Embedded Software Test Engineer (IoT Hardware): Strengthening the Software Test organization by designing and executing test cases for embedded systems, analyzing results, and reporting findings to project teams with an accent on test development and automation, FPGA and silicon bring-up, and continuous integration workflows. Focus on problem-solving, debugging, and building reliable test solutions.

Location: Must be based within commutable distance of London, Edinburgh, or Newbury, or willing to relocate prior to beginning employment with hirify.global.

Company

hirify.global solves complex challenges with innovative end-user solutions for the world's top consumer brands.

What you will do

• Contribute to test plan development for new features and projects.
• Design and execute test cases for embedded systems, analyze results, and report findings to project teams.
• Develop and maintain Python-based test automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineers to debug and resolve complex issues.
• Set up and maintain bench environments.
• Contribute to CI/CD workflows, ensuring smooth test execution and reporting.

Requirements

• A degree in Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional experience in embedded software, test automation, or a related area.
• Strong Python development skills.
• Good understanding of software development and test principles.
• Solid grasp of embedded software concepts.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g. Jenkins) and version control (e.g. Git).

Nice to have

• Experience with embedded communication protocols (e.g. SoundWire, I2C).
• Exposure to lab environments, using development boards and tools such as oscilloscopes, or logic analysers.
• Experience with test, requirement and defect management tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Committed to encouraging an open and collaborative culture where different approaches, ideas, and points of view are respected and valued.
• Promote a workplace where everyone can contribute irrespective of race, colour, national origin, religion or belief, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy status, or disability.