Embedded Software Test Engineer

Embedded Software Test Engineer

Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract (6 Months)

Pay Rate: $65 to $72 per hour (W2)

Industry: Global Medical Technology & Manufacturing

Note: No Corp-to-Corp (C2C) or visa transfer. No visa sponsorship. Only open to W2 employment.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Test Engineer to support the verification and validation of embedded software, firmware, and hardware-integrated products for a leading medical technology organization.

In this role, you'll develop comprehensive test strategies, execute manual and automated testing, identify and troubleshoot defects, and collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering and quality teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality products in a regulated environment.

The role is primarily focused on embedded software testing, with some exposure to hardware. While the majority of the work involves validating software, candidates should have a basic understanding of the hardware the software runs on and how the two interact.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans, test protocols, and detailed test cases from product requirements.
• Perform manual and automated testing of embedded software, firmware, and hardware-integrated systems.
• Execute system-level verification and validation activities.
• Investigate defects, perform root cause analysis, and verify corrective actions.
• Document test execution results, defects, and verification outcomes.
• Prepare clear test reports for engineering, quality, and regulatory review.
• Utilize command-line tools, logs, and hardware diagnostic methods to validate system performance.
• Partner with Software, Hardware, Quality, and Project teams to support successful product development and release.
• Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of embedded software or firmware testing experience.
• Experience creating:
  • Test plans
  • Test protocols
  • Detailed test cases from system requirements
• Hands-on experience with manual and automated testing of embedded hardware/software systems.
• Experience troubleshooting defects, performing root cause analysis, and validating fixes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using command-line tools for testing and debugging.
• Working knowledge of C++ and/or C#.
• Experience supporting regulated medical device products.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations and 510(k) submissions.

Team Environment

• Frequent collaboration with software, hardware, mechanical, and QA engineering teams.
• Team members are located in the U.S., Canada, India, and Chile, so candidates must be comfortable working across different time zones.
• Flexibility is required for meetings that may occasionally occur outside normal working hours.
• Team Size: 7 members