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Our client is seeking a Senior Firmware Test Engineer in Pittsburgh, PA.

Job Description:

As a Senior Firmware Test Engineer, he/she will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and safety of embedded firmware for our cutting-edge surgical robotic systems. He/She will collaborate across engineering disciplines to develop and execute robust test strategies that validate firmware performance, integration, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of firmware verification (test) strategies for embedded systems in surgical robotics.
• Design and implement test plans, protocols, and automated test cases for embedded firmware components.
• Collaborate with firmware, software, hardware, and systems engineering teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Perform integration testing, robustness testing, and regression testing across firmware modules.
• Author and maintain verification documentation including traceability matrices, test reports, and defect logs.
• Utilize tools such as oscilloscopes, JTAG debuggers, and protocol analyzers to support low-level firmware testing and debugging.
• Manage defect tracking and resolution using systems like Jira; support root cause analysis and validation of fixes.
• May in the near future to support test automation initiatives and explore AI-assisted test development for embedded systems.
• Present testing objectives, progress, and results to stakeholders and upper management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in embedded firmware testing, or 2+ years with a Master’s degree.
• Strong proficiency in embedded C/C++ and familiarity with microcontroller architectures.
• Hands-on experience with debugging tools and test equipment for embedded systems.
• Familiarity with software configuration tools (e.g., Git), defect tracking (e.g., Jira), and requirements management.
What are the Optional skills and skill proficiencies for this position?
• Experience with communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, USB, RS232, RS485, and TCP/IP.
• Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS or SafeRTOS.
• Experience in regulated industries, especially medical devices, is a plus.

Skills & Requirement

•Track record of 'first-pass success' in ASIC development cycles.
•Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
•8 to 10 years of hands-on experience in SystemVerilog/UVM methodology
•Experience in one or more of the following areas along with functional verification-SV Assertions, Formal, Emulation.
•Experience in EDA tools and scripting (Python, TCL, Perl, Shell) used to build tools and flows for verification environments.
Preferred Qualifications
•Experience verifying GPU/CPU designs.
•Experience in development of UVM based verification environments from scratch.
•Experience with Design verification of Data-center applications like Video, AI/ML and Networking designs.
•Experience with revision control systems like Mercurial(Hg), Git or SVN.
•Experience with IP or integration verification of high-speed interfaces like PCIe, DDR, Ethernet.
•Experience working across and building relationships with cross-functional design, model and emulation teams.

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

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