Systems Verification Validation Engineer

Job Description

Cricut is seeking a versatile Systems Verification & Validation Engineer (also known in other industries at a "Firmware Test Engineer") who will be responsible for testing and qualifying Firmware and Hardware for product releases. You will be responsible for testing Firmware's for the new and existing hardware products and communicating with development teams. You should be able to represent QA concerns in cross-functional team meetings and provide valuable end-user feedback to improve the customer experience.

Our firmware is written on bare-metal STM
32 microcontrollers and similar chips for consumer-grade creative cutting machines and small appliances.
This is NOT a position where you are doing verification of deeper technologies such as FPGAs or ASICs.

This position requires a deep understanding of firmware, hardware and software development life cycle, experience with a variety of testing techniques, experience in running automation test suites and strong written and organizational skills.

The successful candidate should be able to develop and execute an organized test plan to release high quality products to the market on schedule.

• Experience working in a technical development team.
• Experience in writing clear, concise and comprehensive test scenarios, test cases and test plans.
• Experience in executing test cases, debugging & analyzing results, reporting & tracking defects, and providing updates to stakeholders.
• Good knowledge of USB, Bluetooth classic, BLE, and Wi‑Fi communication protocols.
• Good experience in microcontrollers, DC motors (Steppers and Servos), and motor drivers.
• Some experience with sensing, sampling, and feedback control systems.
• Some experience in testing USB/wireless device software/apps on Windows and Mac.
• Intermediate or higher programming experience in Swift, Dart, C/C++ and Python.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to communicate project plans with contract manufacturers in Asia.
• Able to create procedures and provide information for recreating firmware/software bugs.
• Familiarity with using Windows, Mac, iOS and Linux operating systems.
• Understanding of how to use interactive shells languages for Windows and Mac.

• Experience in testing Software interacting with hardware
• Experience in Testing and Qualifying Consumer Electronics Products
• Experience in testing state machines
• Experience in Commercial or Consumer Electronics with Microcontrollers Preferred
• Experience in industries such as Aerospace or Medical Devices
• Able to communicate project plans with contract manufacturers in Asia

NOTE:

If you are in Aerospace or Medical Devices and interested in a change of industries , this might be the thing. Cricut is very serious about building high quality machines. We are looking for your expertise and strong opinions but also your willingness to collaborate and improve as we all get better together.

• competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) match
• generous PTO
• tuition reimbursement
• yearly lifestyle stipend to support your wellness and passions
• exclusive employee discounts

Cricut is in an exciting chapter of transformation. We’re evolving fast—refining our strategy, growing our teams, and raising the bar across everything we do. This is an incredible opportunity for the right kind of person—but it’s not for everyone.

We’re looking for A-players—people who thrive in dynamic environments, turn challenges into momentum, and consistently deliver their best work. If that sounds like you, read on.

• You move with urgency. You don’t wait for perfect clarity to act—you start, learn, and adjust.
• You set high standards. You take ownership, deliver quality, and hold yourself accountable.
• You stay focused when things move fast. You prioritize what matters most and tune out the noise.
• You collaborate like a pro. You elevate others, communicate clearly, and bring a low‑ego, high‑output energy.
• You embrace AI as part of your toolkit. From idea exploration to data analysis and creative…