Firmware Validation Engineer
ManpowerGroup · Foster City, CA · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$100–$105/hrTemporary
About the Role
Our client, a leader in innovative connectivity solutions, is seeking a Firmware Validation Engineer to join their Software Platforms & Product department, supporting the Firmware - Connectivity and Audio team. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.
Location
Foster City, CA
Pay
$100-$105/hour + Benefits
Responsibilities
- Execute manual feature validation including functional, integration, regression, and exploratory testing for Audio and streaming features.
- Develop and expand test content, author new test cases, and maintain comprehensive test documentation.
- Identify untested or under-tested paths, systematically close coverage gaps, and monitor coverage health.
- Reproduce defects, analyze logs (Wireshark, DLT, ADB, HCI/Bluetooth traces, vehicle logs), and perform root cause analysis.
- Own first-line triage for field issues, reproduce problems in lab settings, and collaborate with support and firmware teams to resolve issues.
Requirements
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of hands-on validation/QA experience on firmware or embedded products.
- Proven experience in writing and executing test plans and managing defect lifecycles.
- Hands-on validation experience in connectivity domains such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LTE/5G, GNSS, or vehicle networking.
- Strong log triage and debugging skills, familiar with tools like Wireshark, DLT, ADB, and Linux/Ubuntu.
- Experience with Python scripting for automation and defect tracking in JIRA/Confluence within agile environments.
Benefits
Upon completion of the waiting period, consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay
What's in it for You?
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge connectivity and audio features in a dynamic environment.
- Collaborate with a talented and diverse team of professionals.
- Engage in meaningful projects that impact in-cabin connected experiences.
- Develop your skills in a fast-paced, innovative setting.
- Be part of a company committed to inclusion and professional growth.