QA ENGINEER-ELECTRONICS

Firmware Automation Engineer

Department: Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Team: Quality Assurance (QA)
Reports To: QA Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Firmware Automation Engineer to support quality assurance activities for IoT-enabled and connected products. The role involves firmware validation, automation testing, communication protocol verification, and end-to-end product quality assurance.

The candidate should have hands-on experience in embedded firmware testing, Python-based automation, hardware-software integration, and communication protocol validation. The engineer will work closely with Firmware, Hardware, DevOps, and Product Engineering teams to ensure reliable and high-quality product releases.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts for firmware and embedded products.
• Perform firmware, system, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing.
• Validate communication protocols such as MQTT, Modbus, UART, SPI, I2C, BLE, and TCP/IP.
• Execute firmware testing across Linux, RTOS, and Non-RTOS platforms.
• Support CI/CD integration and automated test execution.
• Participate in hardware-software integration testing and IoT product validation.
• Analyze test results, debug failures, and collaborate with development teams to resolve issues.
• Utilize debugging tools such as Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Wireshark, and Protocol Analyzers.
• Contribute to automation framework enhancements and test coverage improvements.

Technical Skills Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in Embedded Firmware Testing, Validation, and Automation.
• Hands-on experience with Python scripting and test automation.
• Experience developing and maintaining automated test scripts and frameworks.
• Exposure to firmware, integration, system, and regression testing.
• Experience working with embedded hardware validation environments.
• Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.

Programming

• Strong Python programming skills (Mandatory).
• Working knowledge of C/C++ preferred.

Embedded Systems

• Embedded firmware testing and validation.
• Linux, RTOS, and Non-RTOS platforms.
• Hardware-software integration testing.
• Basic knowledge of microcontrollers and embedded systems.

Protocols & Connectivity

• MQTT, Modbus
• UART, RS232, RS485
• SPI, I2C
• BLE, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
• TCP/IP, Ethernet
• REST API testing

Automation & DevOps

• PyTest
• Python-based Automation Frameworks
• Azure DevOps
• Git/GitHub
• CI/CD concepts
• Jira and Confluence

Hardware Debugging Tools

• Oscilloscope
• Logic Analyzer
• Wireshark
• Multimeter
• Protocol Analyzers

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Learning mindset and willingness to adopt new technologies.
• Good documentation and reporting skills.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electronics & Instrumentation, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in embedded firmware testing and automation.
• ISTQB Certification preferred.

Work Location & Travel

• 5 days/week work from office (mandatory).
• 5-10% travel based on project and business requirements.

Preferred Domain Experience

• IoT Devices & Connected Products
• Smart Home Products
• Consumer Electronics & Appliances
• Building Automation Systems
• Industrial Automation
• Embedded Product Validation

Mandatory Skills

2-5 years Embedded Firmware Testing & Automation
Python Programming
PyTest Automation
MQTT/Modbus/UART/SPI/I2C Testing
Linux/RTOS Validation
Azure DevOps & Git
Hardware Debugging Tools
5 Days Work from Office

Desirable Skills

Robot Framework
HIL Testing
Zigbee & Advanced IoT Protocols
CI/CD Pipeline Integration
IoT & Connected Product Experience
ISTQB Certification
Smart Home / Consumer Electronics Domain Experience