QA Engineer II

Location: Chester

We are seeking a highly skilled QA Engineer II with a strong background in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and automated framework development. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of embedded firmware products throughout the development lifecycle. You will collaborate with hardware engineers and firmware developers to design and execute automated tests that evaluate system performance, functionality, and integration within a CI/CD pipeline.

Test Planning & Execution:

* Develop and code comprehensive automated test cases to validate firmware functionality and performance using Python and Robot Framework.

* Create and execute detailed test plans based on product specifications, utilizing Xray for Jira to ensure full requirements traceability and compliance.

Test Automation & CI/CD:

* Design and implement Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) automation frameworks to evaluate firmware on physical hardware platforms.

* Architect and integrate automated testing into Bitbucket CI/CD pipelines to improve testing efficiency.

Firmware Debugging & Analysis:

* Work closely with firmware developers to perform in-depth debugging and analysis of system behavior.

* Identify, log, and track defects throughout the development cycle, utilizing logic analyzers and USB analyzers to isolate root causes.

Hardware Integration & Lab Management:

* Develop and maintain a specialized HIL test lab, integrating hardware components with firmware to evaluate overall system functionality.

* Utilize and manage lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, power supplies, and digital multimeters, for test setup and hardware validation.

Collaboration & Reporting:

* Collaborate within an Agile/Scrum environment with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth test execution from concept to production.

* Document software designs and test procedures, providing clear reports on results to support formal verification and validation efforts.