Firmware Validation Engineer

Firmware Connectivity And Audio EngineerOur team is seeking a hands-on engineer to join the Firmware - Connectivity and Audio team. This role is 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 will be responsible for day-to-day test execution and defect quality on these feature tracks.Required Skills & QualificationsBS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; 8 years in a hands-on validation/QA engineering role on firmware or embedded products.Demonstrated experience writing and executing test plans/cases, identifying and closing coverage gaps, and managing defects through the full lifecycle.Hands-on validation experience in at least one connectivity domain — Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular (LTE/5G), GNSS, or vehicle networking.Strong log triage and debugging instincts; comfortable with Wireshark, DLT, ADB, and similar tooling.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.Prior work experience at client or in client's IndustryApplicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesExecute functional, integration, regression, and exploratory testing for Audio and streaming features on bench and in-vehicle.Author new test cases, expand existing test suites, and keep test documentation current as features evolve.Identify untested or under-tested paths in the existing suites and systematically add coverage; track coverage health for each feature track.Reproduce defects, capture and analyze logs, and isolate root cause before handing off to firmware owners.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.Manage defects end-to-end in JIRA — clear reproduction steps, attached logs, severity rationale, fix verification, and regression follow-up.Maintain test benches, in-vehicle rigs, and diagnostic setups so they stay release-ready.Partner with firmware leads, product managers, and integration partners to align on feature readiness and defect priority.