Test Automation Engineer

Embedded Systems Test Engineer

Location: Plano, Texas (5 days onsite)

Experience: 8 years (Relevant)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and collaborate with a team of test engineers to ensure effective and efficient testing practices.
• Partner with cross-functional teams—including software, hardware, and systems engineers—to define testing requirements and priorities.
• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for embedded software and hardware components.
• Drive the adoption of automated testing frameworks and tools to improve test coverage, reliability, and efficiency.
• Identify, document, and track defects; communicate findings clearly to development teams and ensure timely resolution.
• Conduct root cause analysis of defects and lead initiatives to enhance product quality and optimize testing processes.
• Actively participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups, to support collaboration and transparency.
• Maintain and continuously update test documentation, including test strategies, test cases, and reports.
• Stay current with industry best practices in embedded systems testing and advocate for their integration into team workflows.

Job Requirements & Expectations:

Core Skills:

• Experience: 8 years in embedded systems development and testing, spanning both hardware and software.
• Programming: Strong expertise in C, C++, and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Automation & Tools: Proficiency with testing frameworks (e.g., GTest, Pytest), Python automation frameworks, and automated testing methodologies.
• Environment: Hands-on experience with Linux OS and associated tools.
• DevOps: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, processes, and tools.
• Hardware Knowledge: Solid understanding of communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART) and hardware interfaces.
• Problem-Solving: Strong debugging, analytical, and defect root-cause analysis skills.
• Leadership: Effective communication skills with the ability to mentor and motivate junior team members.

Preferred / Added Advantage:

• Security certifications such as OSCP, SANS/GIAC, or CISSP.
• Knowledge of compliance regulations and security frameworks (ISO/SAE 21434, NIST, HIPAA, COBIT, OWASP, ITIL, etc.).
• Industry exposure in law enforcement, defense, intelligence, automotive, manufacturing, or software.
• Fluency in Japanese (reading, writing, speaking) for technical and business communication.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.