Embedded Software Test Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-07
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Software Development
Software Testing, DevOps, Software Engineer, Python
Embedded Software Test Engineer
Job DescriptionWe are seeking an Embedded Software QA Engineer to join our team to support the development of test plans and the execution of testing for battery management systems deliverables. This person will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of these embedded software products through rigorous testing and validation processes. This exciting opportunity will allow you to contribute with your knowledge and passion in the development of cutting‑edge technologies to aid our client's vision towards a 100% renewable energy future.
Responsibilities- Develop and execute test plans for embedded software systems applied to battery management systems and energy management systems.
- Perform manual and automated testing to identify system vulnerabilities and quality problems.
- Collaborate with the development team to diagnose and resolve software defects.
- Analyze test results and report findings to relevant stakeholders.
- Lead the creation and maintenance of test documentation.
- Implement test automation and continuous integration processes.
- 5 years of Battery Management Systems and Energy Storage Systems embedded software test experience.
- Experience with test automation frameworks and tools.
- Experience with Hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) automated testing for embedded systems.
- Proficiency in C++, Python, or similar languages for writing automated test scripts.
- Must have green card or U.S. citizenship
Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller architectures.
- Knowledge of industry standards for functional safety and software quality.
- Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
- Experience with Matlab/Simulink.
- Practical usage of software management tools like Git, Bitbucket, and Jira.
- Working knowledge of safety and reliability standards like IEC, ISO
26262, and reliability methodologies such as Fault Trees, RBD, STPA, and FMEA. - Familiarity with communication protocols such as RS485, CAN, Modbus, OPC UA, Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP, and HTTP.
3-4 days onsite in Herndon. Normal lab and cubicle setup.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Herndon, VA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a hybrid position in Herndon, VA.
Final date to receive applicationsThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2025.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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