Embedded Software Test Engineer
Job in
Birmingham, West Midlands, B1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-25
Listing for:
Matchtech
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-25
Job specializations:
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Software Development
Software Testing, Embedded Systems/ Firmware/ IoT, Embedded Software Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Birmingham (hybrid) - with travel to customer/test sites as needed
Visa sponsorship:
Not available
The role
Join a leading automotive & electrified powertrain organisation to own testing and validation of embedded software across inverter/motor control, BMS, and charging systems. You'll lead test activity from requirements through to bench/system validation, supporting safe, production-quality releases.
What you'll do
Lead embedded software test delivery to programme timescales
Define test strategy, plans and specifications; execute and report results
Run bench / HIL / system integration testing and practical validation
Debug issues, investigate defects, and support root-cause analysis
Validate safety-related behaviour in line with ISO 26262
Work closely with controls, hardware and systems teams, plus customers/suppliers
Mentor junior engineers and drive good testing/documentation practice
What you'll need
Strong experience in embedded software testing (OEM / Tier 1 / similar)
Good knowledge of embedded C/C++ and firmware testing on bespoke hardware
Test lifecycle experience (requirements → strategy → execution → reporting)
Scripting / automation using Python (or similar)
Working understanding of functional safety and ISO 26262
Comfortable producing clear engineering documentation (test specs, reports, work instructions)
Automotive networks & diagnostics: CAN/CAN-FD, UDS, OBD, J1939 (Flex Ray beneficial)
Confident communicator with internal and external stakeholders
Engineering/Science degree (or equivalent experience)
Nice to have
UML/SysML exposure; model-based tools (e.g., Simulink/Target Link)
Experience testing BMS, inverters, DC/DC, onboard chargers
Automotive SPICE awareness; calibration/diagnostic tool experience
Control systems understanding
Apply
If you're an embedded software test engineer with strong C/C++ and automotive validation experience, apply to be considered. (No visa sponsorship available.)
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