Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Engineer I – Embedded Software Test to join our global engineering team in Bangalore. This role focuses on integration, verification, and cybersecurity validation of next-generation Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions.

You will ensure product quality and security through robust test design, automation, system-level validation, and cybersecurity testing across hardware, firmware, and software components. Working in an Agile environment, you will contribute to release readiness, system reliability, and secure product deployment.

Key Responsibilities

Review and analyze requirements and design specifications to ensure complete test and security coverage
Design and develop test cases, including security test scenarios, using standard templates
Build, maintain, and execute automated test frameworks and scripts
Perform:

Functional, Integration, Regression, and Performance testing
Cybersecurity testing such as vulnerability assessment, threat validation, and secure communication testing

Execute test runs, analyze results, and generate comprehensive reports including security findings
Identify, log, track, and validate functional and security defects
Validate secure boot, authentication, encryption, and access control mechanisms
Collaborate with design and development teams to integrate security-by-design principles
Participate in release readiness and go/no-go decisions, including cybersecurity risk assessments
Support test planning, estimation, and scheduling, including security testing scope
Ensure traceability between requirements, test cases, automation scripts, and security requirements
Support certification and compliance activities (e.g., IEC 62443, ISO 27001, or similar)

Required Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
5+ years of experience in product/system testing in an R&D environment
Hands-on experience testing integrated systems (hardware + firmware + software)
3+ years of experience in test automation, using:

Python or similar scripting languages
Tools like Selenium, TestStand, or equivalent

Testing & Cybersecurity Expertise

Strong understanding of:

Functional, Regression, Integration, and Performance testing
Black-box testing methodologies
Cybersecurity testing fundamentals, including:

Vulnerability scanning
Basic penetration testing concepts
Secure communication validation (TLS, certificates)
Authentication and authorization testing

Core Competencies

Experience with test management and defect tracking tools
Strong debugging and root cause analysis skills
Experience in security defect analysis and mitigation validation
Exposure to test planning, estimation, and release coordination
Familiarity with secure development lifecycle (SDL) practices
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Experience working in Agile and global team environments

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with National Instruments TestStand
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols:

Modbus/TCP, CAN, Profibus, EtherNet/IP,Profinet

Understanding of industrial cybersecurity standards, such as:

IEC 62443
ISO 27001

Experience with security testing tools (e.g., Wireshark, Nessus, OpenVAS, Burp Suite)
Exposure to IIoT systems, edge devices, and connected platforms
Certifications such as:

ISTQB
Security-related certifications (nice to have)

Experience in CI/CD integration with security testing (DevSecOps) (nice to have)

Domain Experience (Highly Preferred)

Experience with industrial automation products, & Digital motor management systems
Exposure to secure industrial device communication and edge security

Why Join Us

Work on cutting-edge IIoT and secure Industrial Automation technologies
Be part of a team driving secure, reliable, and scalable products
Collaborate with a global engineering organization
Opportunity to directly influence product quality, security, and release decisions
Thrive in a dynamic, innovation-driven Agile environment

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150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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Senior Engineer I, Embedded Software Test