We are seeking an experienced engineer to lead validation and testing activities for hardware solutions including on- and off-chip firmware on IoT Sub-GHz communication frontend chips. This role combines hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities, guiding a small team of junior engineers to ensure high-quality deliverables. Please be aware, that this employment will be through an external service provider.

Key Responsibilities:

​​Firmware Validation & Testing:

• Drive specifications for test setups and test cases from system level requirements.

• Design and execute validation plans for IoT frontend chip firmware.

• Apply and – where required - extend existing test frameworks and scripts for functional, stress and performance testing.

• Strive for fully automated and reproducible test setups and test execution flows.

Technical Leadership:

• Lead and mentor a team of 3–5 junior engineers.

• Provide guidance on best practices for firmware testing and debugging.

• Work package break down and effort estimations

Collaboration:

• Work closely with hardware, software, and system teams to ensure seamless integration.

• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams in English.

Hands-On Development:

• Implement Test Setups and Lab Setups including IoT RF communication.

• Create test specifications and lead the test implementation using Python and C.

• Analyze test results and troubleshoot issues at firmware and system level.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong experience in firmware validation and testing for embedded systems.

• Proficiency in Python and C programming.

• Strong experience in working under lab conditions and handling RF equipment for interoperability testing

• Excellent command of English (written and spoken).

• Solid understanding of Sub-GHz IoT communication protocols and frontend chip architecture.

• Know-how with software defined radio (SDR) would be a benefit

• Proven ability to lead and mentor a small engineering team.

• Hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills.

This is an employment through an external service provider.

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