Senior Test Engineer, Embedded Firmware
Echodyne
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Kirkland, WA · $137k–$205k a year · Posted July 23, 2026
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About the job
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 Embedded 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.