SDET Firmware Engineer

Senior SDET Firmware Engineer / Direct Hire, FTE / Onsite, Auburn Hills Michigan / 4-day work week, M-Th 10 hours per day / W2 only, must be US Citizen, Green Card holder, or EADSummary:The Senior SDET Firmware Engineer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of firmware systems through the development of automated testing frameworks and rigorous quality assurance practices. Additionally, will collaborate closely with firmware engineers to design, execute, and improve comprehensive test plans and strategies for embedded systems and IoT devices.Responsibilities:Leads the development and implementation of automated test frameworks and tools to validate firmware functionality, performance, and securityCollaborates closely with firmware engineers to define and execute comprehensive test strategies that ensure the delivery of high-quality firmware productsDevelops, maintains, and executes automated test suites for embedded systems and IoT devicesDesigns and implements test plans to validate firmware against product requirements, ensuring robust and reliable functionalityIdentifies, documents, and tracks firmware defects, collaborating with engineering teams to resolve issues efficientlyEstablishes and enforces quality assurance best practices, ensuring consistent testing methodologies are applied across firmware projectsEvaluates and integrates new testing tools and methodologies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the QA processAnalyzes and reports on test results, providing insights and recommendations to improve firmware qualityAssists in the development of simulation and emulation environments to facilitate testing in various scenariosDrives continuous improvement of the firmware testing process, identifying opportunities for automation and optimizationWill perform additional responsibilities when required Required Skills:Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, or Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Firmware Engineering, and/or equivalent years of experience.10+ years of professional experience in firmware development or testing.5+ years of proven experience in a firmware testing or SDET role, demonstrating successful implementation of automated testing frameworks for embedded systems.5+ years of experience with testing tools and frameworks for embedded systems.5+ years of experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash for test automation.4+ years of experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing setups and methodologies.2+ years of experience with wireless communication protocols.In-depth understanding of firmware testing methodologies, including unit, integration, system, and regression testing.Expertise in debugging embedded systems using tools such as JTAG, logic analyzers.Experience with test automation frameworks and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.Strong knowledge of hardware-software interaction and debugging hardware peripherals.Familiarity with secure firmware practices, including testing secure bootloaders and OTA updates.Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to address technical challenges in a dynamic environment.Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Proficient in using test management and defect tracking tools.Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Project management skills with a track record of successfully driving testing initiatives to completion.Familiarity with agile development methodologies.A passion for staying updated on industry trends and continuously improving technical expertise.Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information.Ability to maintain a professional atmosphere in a fast-paced environment with numerous interactions and interruptions.A high degree of initiative, self-motivation, and ability to motivate others.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with Team Members and colleagues.Comfortable with office pets (cats, dogs).Preferred Skills:Experience with CloudWatch, AppSync, Relational Databases, Kinesis Stream, CloudTrail, API Gateway, Cognito or VPC
Benefits & Perks:Join a tenacious, inventive company that empowers team members to chart their own path, lead by grounding decisions in the “why”, and has a strong sense of empathy and openness to new perspectives. Be a part of exciting growth, work with incredible people, and create tomorrow’s pet products—plus a whole lot of extras. You will also be provided with:Premium Medical/Dental/Vision insurancePaid parental leaveParents Program1 day "pawternity" leave for new pet adoptionPet Insurance Discount401K matchFlexible spending accountsCompany-paid short-term disability and life insuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Generous paid time off14 Paid HolidaysTop of the line equipmentPet-friendly officeProducts and swagContinuing education SupportOn-site gym with PelotonReferral program