Firmware Test EngineerThe Client's Firmware QA Test Development team is looking for an experienced Firmware Test Engineer to design, architect and develop test plans for pre-silicon integrated firmware solutions for components in the Client Server SOC and GPU. The engineer will be responsible for new firmware test plan deliverables. This includes reviewing firmware requirements from product spec, collaborating with feature validation teams, lead system engineers and other stakeholders to explore and develop system level test plan, working with simulation teams to create requirements for simulation support and finally working with test engineering team on creating list of test cases to test the features out.
Being successful in developing wholistic test plans will need resolving technical challenges and aligning efforts across engineering teams and business units within Client.The successful candidate will employ pre/post-silicon test design methodologies, work to develop a deep technical knowledge, and understanding of system BIOS/FW across multiple FW components.Key Responsibilities:With a focus on automation, create, execute, and maintain detailed test procedures and test scripts for cutting-edge BIOS firmware, using Python as scripting languageUsing Jenkins automated test environment, various internal hardware test tools, internal software utilities or third-party utilities, capture, and report failures to the firmware development teamMake sure the tasks are complete with adherence to customers and internal timelinesSoftware/firmware test case development, continuous integration, automation, and execution targeting Linux and Windows environmentsDriving technical innovation to improve Client's capabilities across validation, including tool and script development, technical and procedural methodology enhancement, and various internal and cross-functional technical initiativesDebugging issues found during the process, bring-up, validation, and production phases of SOC programsWorking with multiple teams, and tracking test execution to make sure all features are validated and optimized on timeWork with industry standard tools for debugging software and hardware issuesWorking closely with supporting technical teamsEngaging in other software/hardware modeling frameworksMust have skills:Focus on automation, create, execute, and maintain detailed test procedures and test scripts for cutting-edge firmware, using Python as scripting languageSoftware/firmware test case development, continuous integration, automation, and execution targeting Linux and Windows environmentsDebugging issues found during the process, bring-up, validation, and production phases of SOC programsWorking with multiple teams, and tracking test execution to make sure all features are validated and optimized on timePreferred Experience:Python automation, test development and test executionTest plan, development, execution; good to have test automation knowledge using pythonStrong problem-solving skills.Experience in hardware/software interfacesSoftware Programming and scripting experience (Python, bash, C/C++) in Windows and Linux operating systemsBasic networking skillsComfortable working on different operating system environments including Windows and LinuxKnowledge of computer hardware (CPU/APU, graphic cards (GPU), memory, bus logic, and display technologies) and software architecture (driver/bios)Academic Credentials:BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering required, 5+ years BIOS/Firmware Test Plan Development experienceUS Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.