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Firmware Validation Engineer

Ursus, Inc.

Foster City, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100–$110 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Atlassian JIRA, Audio Streaming, Automation, Automotive Automation, Bluetooth, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Casting, Computer Engineering, Computer Firmware, Cross-Functional, Debugging Skills, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Entertainment and Media, Functional Testing, Gap Closure, Human-Computer Interaction, Integration Testing, Linux Operating System, Machine Tool, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance, Regression Testing, Root Cause Analysis, Test Bench, Test Case, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Suite, Testing, Ubuntu, Vehicle Fleets, Wi-Fi, Wireless Communications, Wireshark (Ethereal)
LOCATION
Foster City, CA
POSTED
16 days ago
JOB TITLE: Firmware Validation Engineer
LOCATION: Foster City, CA (Onsite)
PAY RANGE: $100 - $110/hr.
DURATION: 6 Months

TOP 3 SKILLS:
  • BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related; 8+ years in hands-on validation/QA engineering role on firmware or embedded products.
  • Hands-on validation experience in at least one connectivity domain (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular LTE/5G, GNSS, or vehicle networking) with strong log triage skills using Wireshark, DLT, ADB, and similar tools.
  • Python scripting for log parsing and automation; strong experience with Linux/Ubuntu and defect tracking using JIRA/Confluence in agile environments.

Job Description:
Our team is seeking a hands-on Firmware Validation Engineer to join the Firmware - Connectivity and Audio team. This is a validation-first role focused on manual feature testing, growing test content, closing coverage gaps, root-causing defects, and triaging field problems across in-cabin connected experiences. The engineer is the team's owner for day-to-day test execution and defect quality on these feature tracks.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manual feature validation: Execute functional, integration, regression, and exploratory testing for Audio and streaming features on bench and in-vehicle.
  • Test conThe tent development: Author new test cases, expand existing test suites, and keep test documentation current as features evolve.
  • Coverage gap closure: Identify untested or under-tested paths in the existing suites and systematically add coverage; track coverage health for each feature track.
  • Root cause analysis: Reproduce defects, capture and analyze logs (Wireshark, DLT, ADB, HCI/Bluetooth traces, vehicle logs), and isolate root cause before handing off to firmware owners.
  • Field issue triage: Own first-line triage for Audio and Streaming feature fleet issues reproduce in lab, narrow scope, and drive issues to closure in partnership with fleet support, diagnostics, and firmware teams.
  • Defect lifecycle: Manage defects end-to-end in JIRA clear reproduction steps, attached logs, severity rationale, fix verification, and regression follow-up.
  • Test infrastructure: Maintain test benches, in-vehicle rigs, and diagnostic setups so they stay release-ready.
  • Cross-functional communication: Partner with firmware leads, product managers, and integration partners to align on feature readiness and defect priority.

Required Qualifications:
  • BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related; 8+ years in a hands-on validation/QA engineering role on firmware or embedded products.
  • Validation depth: Demonstrated experience writing and executing test plans/cases, identifying and closing coverage gaps, and managing defects through the full lifecycle.
  • Connectivity background (any flavor): Hands-on validation experience in at least one connectivity domain Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular (LTE/5G), GNSS, or vehicle networking.
  • Root-cause skill: Strong log triage and debugging instincts; comfortable with Wireshark, DLT, ADB, and similar tooling.
  • Field triage experience: Track record of reproducing and isolating defects reported from production/field environments.
  • Python scripting sufficient to automate repetitive checks and parse logs; comfortable on Linux/Ubuntu.
  • Strong defect-tracking discipline (JIRA/Confluence) and experience in agile release cycles.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior experience with in-cabin entertainment and/or media casting frameworks.
  • Bluetooth stack validation (pairing, A2DP/HFP/AVRCP, interop).
  • Background and experience in wireless connectivity technologies.
  • Prior exposure to autonomous-vehicle or robotaxi fleet environments.


BENEFITS SUMMARY: Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.

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