Embedded Software Engineer In Test

You will:

• Serve as a firmware development test automation leader responsible for design, definition, implementation, and delivery for the unit test automation framework at the edge.
• Own edge device firmware unit test automation framework and test script development to holistically test firmware, applications, and interfaces running on edge device.
• Technical responsibility for holistic review of feature set and code architecture with translation to test automation enhancement and baselining of test cases to optimize test automation code coverage and accuracy to ensure firmware and software quality assurance.
• Develop technical unit test requirements and design documents for firmware validation.
• Partner globally with firmware developers and other QA resources to ensure industry best practices in design, security, testability, and support.
• Develop automated execution and reporting within CI/CD pipeline to enable seamless handoff to global software quality assurance teams. 
• Ensure alignment and allocation of global resources to execute on project deliverables and commitments.

Key Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer Engineering
• 10 years’ experience in firmware development/unit testing of Linux based embedded devices preferably using ARM 32/64-bit architecture.
• 5 years’ experience in unit test case/framework development for IoT device and edge for connectivity with a cloud backend using C or Python 3.0 for arm target platforms.
• Experience developing functional definitions to test features and capabilities, from device to cloud/app.
• Experience with cybersecurity best practices related to Linux/C based development libraries.
• 7 years of experience in coding, testing, and debugging in C Linux preferably with ARM devices.
• Familiarity with Embedded systems multitasking patterns, IPC mechanism like shared memory, pipes and sockets, semaphores, multithreading, and synchronization in C Linux environment.
• Experience with Embedded UI in embedded C, C and familiarity with UI frameworks like Qt, GTK, LVGL, Storyboard and developing automation scripts to test Embedded UI is an added plus.
• Expertise in developing, testing, and utilizing RESTful APIs or gRPC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.

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. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• 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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Raleigh,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $40 - $60