About the role
We are seeking a Platform Software Validation Engineer to drive the safety, performance, and reliability validation of next-generation automotive ECUs. This role focuses on hands-on post-silicon testing of microcontrollers, Real-Time Drivers (RTD), System Timer Modules (STM), automotive Ethernet chipsets, and bootloaders while ensuring compliance with ISO 26262 functional safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute post-silicon validation on automotive ECUs and evaluation boards.
- Validate hardware peripherals including STM, memory protection units, and interrupt controllers.
- Integrate and verify Ethernet PHY/switch drivers and automotive Ethernet performance.
- Develop and execute bootloader validation strategies, including secure boot, UDS flashing (ISO 14229), and OTA rollback testing.
- Validate Real-Time Drivers (RTD) in bare-metal and AUTOSAR environments.
- Benchmark network throughput and latency using tools such as CANoe, iperf, and packet generators.
- Analyze communication protocols including TCP/IP, SOME/IP, DoIP, CAN FD, and LIN.
- Design and maintain automated test frameworks using Python.
- Develop target-side test applications in C, C++, or Rust.
- Author V&V test specifications aligned with ISO 26262 safety requirements (ASIL B-D).
- Utilize oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and embedded debuggers to troubleshoot hardware and network issues.
Required Skills & Experience
- B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field.
- Hands-on experience validating and debugging microcontrollers (ESP32, ARM Cortex-M, etc.).
- Experience with Realtek Ethernet transceivers/switches and low-level peripheral timer configuration (STM).
- Knowledge of ISO 26262, HSI definitions, and safety-critical testing methodologies.
- Proficiency in Python for automation and C for embedded software analysis and debugging.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with automotive network testing tools such as Intrepid RAD-Gigastar, Vector VN5610A/VN5640, Keysight IxNetwork, or Spirent TestCenter.
- Experience using Scapy for network automation and packet manipulation.
- Familiarity with Lauterbach Trace32, dSPACE, Vector VT System, or similar HIL/debug platforms.
- Experience configuring low-level registers, clocks, and drivers using vendor-specific tooling.
- Knowledge of code coverage, static analysis, and MISRA compliance tools including Cantata, Parasoft C/C++test, QA MISRA, Helix QAC, or Synopsys Coverity.
- Strong understanding of Automotive Ethernet (100BASE-T1/1000BASE-T1), CAN FD, LIN, and UDS (ISO 14229).
Compensation:
$70/hr to $85/hr.
Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
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