Principal Software Test Engineer - Ethernet Switch Firmware
Core
Define and evolve verification strategies for Ethernet Switch firmware covering PTP, MKA/MACsec, Base Firmware, HAL, Layer 2 switching, and Functional Safety mechanisms.
Role type
Principal Software Test Engineer (Embedded Networking)
Builds
Automated test frameworks, validation environments, and firmware releases for Ethernet switches
Domain
Networking hardware / Embedded systems / Functional Safety
Required skills
Firmware verification, Automated test framework design, Functional Safety (ISO 26262), Network protocol analysis, Root-cause analysis, ASPICE compliance, Test architecture, Regression testing, Technical mentoring, Cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
Ethernet, PTP, MKA, MACsec, HAL, ISO 26262, ASPICE
Responsibilities
Define and evolve verification strategies for Ethernet Switch firmware; Architect and maintain automated test frameworks; Design and execute functional, integration, and fault-injection tests; Define verification concepts for Functional Safety requirements; Analyze network traffic and logs for root-cause analysis; Provide technical guidance and mentoring to test engineers
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship
