Lead Firmware Quality Assurance Engineer

Job title: Lead Firmware Quality Assurance Engineer

About the Role Lead Firmware Quality Assurance Engineer to own QA processes for firmware and hardware validation across variable speed drives, ensuring ISO 25010 compliance and adherence to the V-model. You will lead the QA efforts with potential direct reporting in the future.

What You'll Do

• Create and own software quality assurance processes adhering to ISO 25010 and the V-model
• Develop and execute test strategies and plans with test engineers for hardware and firmware validation
• Lead firmware quality assurance department with scope for future direct reporting
• Perform and coordinate functional, stress and environmental testing on hardware components and embedded firmware systems
• Collaborate with hardware and firmware development teams to define quality requirements and ensure Design for Testability (DfT) principles are considered
• Perform manual and automated testing of firmware functions, control algorithms and hardware components to verify behavior under real-world conditions
• Analyze test results to determine root cause of issues and work closely with development teams to drive corrective actions and process improvements
• Continuously improve the test methodology in collaboration with regional labs and test engineers to ensure consistency and adherence to the highest quality standards
• Document test results, provide detailed reports, and ensure traceability of requirements, test cases and outcomes throughout the product lifecycle

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Automation Technology, Mechatronics, or a closely related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience in hardware and firmware quality assurance, preferably in variable speed drive or power electronics applications
• Firmware (Software) C-Code & Programming Embedded C is a must; Python scripting is good to have; hardware testing knowledge is good to have
• Strong knowledge of V-model process and ISO 25010
• ISTQB Advanced Certificated is preferred
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies for hardware and embedded systems, including functional, regression and environmental testing
• Experience with firmware validation, including testing of motor control algorithms, communication protocols and safety-critical functions
• MATLAB & SIMULINK working knowledge is must
• Knowledge of industry standards related to quality, reliability, and safety (e.g., IEC 61800, ISO 25010, UL)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Intercultural competence, assertiveness, proactivity and the ability to work independently
• Solid spoken and written English skills, the ability to communicate ideas effectively in a professional environment and a good understanding of industry-specific terminology

Nice to Have

• Team Lead Experience is good to have
• Python scripting is good to have (already listed, but reinforces preference)

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible and competitive benefits plans offering the right options to meet individual/family needs
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave
• Commitment to inclusion & belonging and opportunities for professional growth across the organization