Software Validation Engineer

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Software Validation Engineer (Contract to hire, 100% onsite in Carrollton, TX)

• Design and develop comprehensive validation strategies tailored for embedded controllers.
• Create and maintain test deliverables, including:
  • Test plans aligned with project requirements and functional specifications.
  • Test content such as manual and automated test cases for validating system functionality, performance, and reliability.
  • Test execution schedules, ensuring all test activities are performed on time.
  • Bug reports with detailed root cause analysis and actionable feedback for development teams.
  • Test reports summarizing results, coverage, and overall system quality.
• Execute validation activities across all stages of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), ensuring system compliance with functional, performance, and reliability requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, system architects, hardware engineers, and product managers, to define test requirements, align on deliverables, and resolve issues.
• Develop and maintain automated test solutions to enhance coverage, efficiency, and repeatability of validation processes.
• Debug and troubleshoot complex interactions between hardware and software, utilizing tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in validation methodologies, tools, and processes to elevate quality standards.
• Ensure alignment with project schedules, consistently meeting deadlines with minimal supervision while maintaining high-quality standards.

Required:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in system-level validation, ideally in embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, including microcontrollers, real‑time operating systems (RTOS), and firmware development.
• Proficiency in debugging and troubleshooting hardware/software interfaces.
• Expertise in validation tools, automation frameworks, and scripting languages (Python preferred).
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, BLE.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with programming languages such as C, C++, C#, and scripting languages like Python, bash, Rust.
• Hands‑on experience with Test Management Tools, Azure Dev Ops preferred.
• Expertise with version control tools, preferably Git, and knowledge of CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and deployment is a plus.

• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision, taking initiative to identify and address challenges.
• Thrives in fast‑paced environments with tight deadlines and evolving project priorities.
• Flexible and adaptable to last‑minute changes in project scope or timelines.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a methodical approach to debugging and root cause analysis.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement, contributing creative ideas to improve validation processes.