software systems validation engineer - embedded controllers.

job summary:
Our client is seeking a Software Systems Validation Engineer to join their team in Carrollton, TX (hybrid). In this role, you'll validate embedded controllers that power innovative, energy-efficient HVAC solutions for commercial applications.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and execute validation strategies for embedded systems.
  
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system functionality, performance, and reliability.
  
  
• Debug complex hardware/software interactions using advanced tools.
  
  
• Drive automation in testing processes and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

What We're Looking For:

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  
  
• Experience: 8+ years in embedded systems validation, with expertise in hardware/software debugging, automation, and communication protocols (e.g., UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, BLE).
  
  
• Preferred: Knowledge of C/C++, Python, and CI/CD pipelines. Industry experience in HVAC, automotive, or related fields is a plus.

This is a direct hire opportunity. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer C2C or sponsorship at this time. 
location: Carrollton, Texas
job type: Permanent
salary: $125,000 - 130,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive validation strategies tailored for embedded controllers in the HVAC domain.
  
  
• Create and maintain test deliverables, including:
  
  
• Test plans aligned with project requirements and functional specifications.
  
  
• Test content such as manual and automated test cases for validating system functionality, performance, and reliability.
  
  
• Test execution schedules, ensuring all test activities are performed on time.
  
  
• Bug reports with detailed root cause analysis and actionable feedback for development teams.
  
  
• Test reports summarizing results, coverage, and overall system quality.

Execute validation activities across all stages of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), ensuring system compliance with functional, performance, and reliability requirements.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, system architects, hardware engineers, and product managers, to define test requirements, align on deliverables, and resolve issues.

Develop and maintain automated test solutions to enhance coverage, efficiency, and repeatability of validation processes.

Debug and troubleshoot complex interactions between hardware and software, utilizing tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers.

Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in validation methodologies, tools, and processes to elevate quality standards.

Ensure alignment with project schedules, consistently meeting deadlines with minimal supervision while maintaining high-quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  
  
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in system-level validation, ideally in embedded systems.
  
  
• strong understanding of embedded systems, including microcontrollers, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and firmware development.
  
  
• Proficiency in debugging and troubleshooting hardware/software interfaces.
  
  
• Expertise in validation tools, automation frameworks, and scripting languages (Python preferred).
  
  
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, BLE.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with programming languages such as C, C++, C#, and scripting languages like Python, bash, Rust.
  
  
• Experience validating systems in industries such as HVAC, automotive, aerospace, medical, industrial controls, or related fields.
  
  
• Hands-on experience with test management tools, Azure DevOps preferred.
  
  
• Expertise with Version control tools, preferably Git, and knowledge of CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and deployment is a plus.

Soft Skills and Working Style

• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision, taking initiative to identify and address challenges.
  
  
• Thrives in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines and evolving project priorities.
  
  
• Flexible and adaptable to last-minute changes in project scope or timelines.
  
  
• strong problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to debugging and root cause analysis.
  
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
  
  
• Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement, contributing creative ideas to improve validation processes.

 
qualifications:

• Experience level: Experienced
• Minimum 7 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors

 
skills:

Validation

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.