Embedded Test Software Engineer

SUMMARY:
We have an opportunity for a Embedded Test Software Engineer with a multinational company based in the Stellenbosch area.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

• NQF level 7 (BEng, BTech or Advanced Diploma) in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or similar
• Mid-level (2-4 years) preferred

• Demonstrated ability to solve programming problems with high-quality code
• Proficiency writing software in C#, or a similar language such as Java or Swift
• Ability to write embedded software and tests in C or C++
• A passion for quality, a keen eye for detail, and a methodical approach to testing
• A desire to contribute to multiple concurrent projects, with effective prioritisation and time management skills
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, to operate successfully within a local and international development team
• Ability to work independently under only general guidance

• Unit testing and Test Driven Development, using frameworks such as Google Test (gtest)
• Continuous Integration (e.g. Jenkins pipelines)
• Electronic/embedded hardware design
• Electronic testing using equipment such as signal generators, oscilloscopes and spectrum analysers
• Programming in Python or MATLAB
• Communications protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, and CAN, and the ability to test and debug these using tools such as logic analysers
• ARM microcontrollers from ST, Nordic, Texas Instruments and NXP
• Embedded platforms such as Raspberry Pi and Arduino
• Version control tools (e.g. Git)
• Agile (Scrum) software development methodology
• Mechanical design and 3D printing

• Help establish a software testing team within the company that will serve multiple products in development
• Streamline product development by developing well-oiled testing infrastructure, such as:
• Writing automated test software in C# and other languages
• Developing embedded testing systems, comprising electronic designs and firmware written in C/C++
• Driving a long-term strategy for automated testing in the Stellenbosch team to benefit all its projects
• Ensure adequate test coverage of the software by contributing to requirements analysis, and spearheading the creation of software test plans
• Help development teams find bugs and their root cause by following a methodical approach
• Contribute to the development culture of the company by ensuring that testing is prioritised in the development cycle

• Write automation and data processing scripts in Python or MATLAB
• Design mechanical fixtures and prototypes that will aid development and testing
• Travel to the international offices in the USA, Canada and Taiwan