Embedded Firmware Test Engineer

Alif Semiconductor is revolutionizing the way secure connected AI-enabled embedded solutions are created. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to be involved in a fast-paced environment with cutting-edge technology.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who has the ability to work in product and platform development, a well-rounded professional who is keen on solving difficult problems. We are looking for a candidate who has both expert-level knowledge and experience in Device Driver Testing. This role is a individual contributor role.

Required Skills

• Years Exp: 3 to 5 years of Firmware Testing / Embedded Testing. 
• Academic Background:  Master's or bachelor's degree in computer science, Electronics ECE, or EEE
• Experience with programming languages embedded in C, python, and Shell is a must.
• Prior Work experience/exposure to Firmware testing or other secure boot loader testing is required.
• Able to transform the test scenarios into automated test scripts using C/Python.
• Experience in ARM architecture (Cortex-A/Cortex M) is required.
• Experience in standard Process tools like Jira, git, and Gerrit is required.
• Experience in Jenkins, monitoring, troubleshooting, and integration (CI/CD tools).
• Prior experience in designing Test plans for features from scratch is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of test tools like Test Link, and Automation validation framework is a must.
• Experience with embedded system programming and debugging with JTAG debuggers is an added advantage.
• Analyses test results and debug test failures.
• Self-driven, continuously motivated, and a good team player with a positive attitude.
• Excellent written/oral communication skills. 

Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop, Execute, and Automate detailed functional test plans for the security firmware. This includes Secure boot, Authentication, Cryptography functions, and Device Provisioning.
• Develop test cases & test plans for the security software deliverables in Alif’s MCU products.
• Execute the test plans that validate the security software functionality and work with the development team on problem resolution.
• Automate regression testing for the various security software deliverables.
• Interact with development team members to meet and optimize product design requirements 

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