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Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company
Platform Software Validation Engineer - Post silicon validation
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A Software QA Engineer or Tester designs and runs in-depth diagnostic tests to evaluate software and check for problems before new products are marketed. Pilots software and applies tests to check for errors and glitches.
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Job Description
Platform Software Validation Engineer
- Post silicon validation Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company
- 3.7 Long Beach, CA Job Details Contract $70
- $95 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Employee assistance program Vision insurance Referral program Qualifications Controller area network (CAN) bus
ISO 26262
Automation software Network switch Computer hardware Embedded software IP networking ARM Embedded C Microcontroller programming Python Debugging Microprocessors Full Job Description We are seeking a Platform Software Validation Engineer that drives and executes the safety, performance, and deterministic reliability strategies for next-generation automotive electronic control units (ECUs). In this role, you will develop and perform hands-on post-silicon bench testing on microcontrollers, validating Real-Time Drivers (RTD), the System Timer Module (STM), integrated automotive Ethernet chipsets, and bootloaders. You will own the end-to-end definition and execution of test methodologies designed to comply withISO 26262 ASIL
functional safety requirements while optimizing real-time network stack throughput. You will architect automated test frameworks primarily controlled via Python frameworks, with flexibility to develop target-side test code in C, C++, or Rust. Your expertise in embedded systems and automotive industry knowledge will help ensure the quality and reliability of our software solutions. What you'll do... Post-Silicon Bench Testing & Hardware Validation Execute bench-level validation on physical silicon evaluation boards and custom automotive ECUs.- Configure and validate hardware peripherals, specifically focusing on the System Timer Module (STM), memory protection units, and interrupt controllers.
Bootloader & Flash Validation:
Architect and execute test strategies for primary/secondary bootloaders, validating secure boot sequences (cryptographic signature verification), flashing routines via UDS (ISO 14229) over CAN/Ethernet, and dual-bank OTA roll-back mechanisms on microcontrollers. Driver & Performance Verification Validate Real-Time Drivers (RTD) for bare-metal and AUTOSAR runtime environments.- Benchmark network stack throughput and latency using network testing utilities like iperf, CANoe, and hardware packet generators. Analyze complex communication layers including TCP/IP, SOME/IP, and DoIP over automotive Ethernet interfaces. Functional Safety & Test Automation Design, implement, and maintain automated regression test frameworks controlled via Python scripts.
- Develop target-side test applications in C, C++, or Rust when bare-metal deterministic execution or strict memory safety verification is required.
ISO 26262
Part 6. Utilize advanced lab instrumentation (digital oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) and debuggers to capture signals and isolate physical-layer anomalies.Required:
Processor Expertise:
Hands-on experience debugging and validating microcontrollers (ie.ESP32, ARM
Cortex-M, etc.).Automotive Communication:
Deep understanding of automotive networking protocols, including Automotive Ethernet (100BASE-T1/1000BASE-T1), CAN FD, LIN, and Unified Diagnostic Services (UDS / ISO 14229) for flashing configurations.Silicon Ecosystems:
Proven familiarity with Realtek Ethernet transceivers/switches and configuring low-level peripheral timers like the STM.Functional Safety Standards:
Comprehensive understanding ofISO 26262
processes, hardware-software interface definitions (HSI), and safety-critical testing techniques.Software Toolkit:
Python scripting for building bench automation frameworks, alongside C for low-level embedded software inspection.Desired:
- Automotive Network & Traffic Generation Tools Experience using dedicated automotive hardware interfaces and packet injection tools such as Intrepid Control Systems RAD-Gigastar, Vector VN5610A/VN5640, or other media converters.
ISO 26262
Code Compliance & Dynamic Analysis Experience with target-based software testing and code coverage frameworks like QA Systems Cantata or Parasoft C/C++test to enforce structural safety standards.- Familiarity with static analysis and MISRA C/C++ compliance checkers such as QA-MISRA, Helix QAC, or Synopsys Coverity.