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Senior Test Engineer, On-Radar Firmware

Echodyne

Kirkland, WAFull-time$137–205K/yrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$137–205K/yr
Location
Kirkland, WA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Echodyne is hiring a Senior Test Engineer, On-Radar Firmware. Echodyne seeks a senior test engineer to focus on on‑radar firmware, designing and executing feature‑level and end‑to‑end software test scenarios for complex embedded radar systems, analyzing requirements, building test plans, and collaborating across firmware, product, and software teams while mentoring junior engineers.

Key focus areas include Design, execute, and maintain feature‑level and end‑to‑end software test scenarios for complex embedded systems, radar firmware, and SDKs, Analyze product requirements and architecture to define test strategies, coverage, and acceptance criteria for radar functionality and supported commands, and Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test reports; manage defects through resolution.

Successful candidates bring 5+ Years Of Experience In Software Testing, Firmware QA, Or Embedded Systems Test Engineering Roles. Important skills include Software Testing, Firmware QA, Embedded Systems Test Engineering, Validating Feature-Level Behavior, Supported Device Commands, and SDK Interactions. Preferred (not required): Python.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Software TestingFirmware QAEmbedded Systems Test EngineeringValidating Feature-Level BehaviorSupported Device CommandsSDK InteractionsMethodologiesTest Design Techniques for Embedded SystemsTest AutomationHardware and Software DependenciesFlashing FirmwareInteracting Directly With Physical DevicesLinux EnvironmentsGit WorkflowsCI/CD ConceptsSoftware/Firmware Development PracticesHardware DebuggingDefect InvestigationRoot Cause AnalysisDesign, Execute, and Maintain Feature-Level and End-to-End Software Test ScenariosAnalyze Product Requirements and ArchitectureDefine Test Strategies, Coverage, and Acceptance CriteriaDevelop and Maintain Test Plans, Test Cases, and Test ReportsManage Defects Through ResolutionPerform Manual, Exploratory, and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) TestingBuild and Maintain Automated TestsCollaborate With Firmware, Product, and Software TeamsMentor Junior EngineersPromote Strong Testing Practices and a Quality-First MindsetPython

Qualifications

5+ Years of Experience in Software Testing, Firmware QA, or Embedded Systems Test Engineering Roles

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Radar Reinvented.

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).

Echodyne is seeking a SENIOR TEST ENGINEER to focus on On-Radar Firmware. RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Design, execute, and maintain feature-level and end-to-end software test scenarios for complex embedded systems, radar firmware, and SDKs

  • Analyze product requirements and architecture to define test strategies, coverage, and acceptance criteria for radar functionality and supported commands

  • Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test reports; manage defects through resolution

  • Perform manual, exploratory, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing to identify product risks, edge cases, and failure modes

  • Build and maintain automated tests where they provide clear value, contributing to existing frameworks

  • Collaborate with firmware, product, and software teams to improve testability and overall quality

  • Support test environments, automation infrastructure, and test execution across projects and releases

  • Mentor junior engineers and promote strong testing practices and a quality-first mindset

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

  • 5+ years of experience in software testing, firmware QA, or embedded systems test engineering roles

  • Strong experience validating feature-level behavior, supported device commands, and SDK interactions

  • Solid understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and test design techniques for embedded systems

  • Experience with test automation, including writing and maintaining automated tests (Python preferred)

  • Experience working in environments with hardware and software dependencies, including flashing firmware and interacting directly with physical devices

  • Practical knowledge of Linux environments, Git workflows, and CI/CD concepts as applied to embedded systems

  • Understanding of software/firmware development practices, hardware debugging, defect investigation, and root cause analysis

Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations.  Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.

WHAT WE OFFER This is an exempt role. The expected annual salary range for this role is $137,196 — $205,382 USD If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that’s a great fit for you!

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:

  • RSU (Restricted Stock Units)

  • Generous Benefits:

  • Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you

  • Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA

  • Virtual Care – 98Point6

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)

  • Travel Assistance Insurance

  • Company Paid Life Insurance

  • Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability

  • Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)

  • 401(k) match

  • Pet Insurance

  • Prepaid Legal Program

  • Commuter Benefits

  • Paid Company Holidays

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.

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