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Actalent • Palo Alto, California, United States
Salary: $50.00 - $65.00/hr
Role & seniority: Validation Software Firmware Engineer (contract)
Stack/tools: C/C++; embedded firmware; embedded Linux/RTOS; SIL/HIL concepts; hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers); test automation, CI/CD; software/infra for validation
Design and deploy automated test frameworks for embedded Linux and RTOS products
Develop SIL/HIL test systems and produce actionable test reports (code coverage, regression, release readiness)
Collaborate cross-functionally to refine validation strategies, troubleshoot issues, and drive test automation and infrastructure scalability
Proficiency in C/C++
Experience in embedded firmware development with Linux/RTOS
Knowledge of SIL/HIL concepts and hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers)
Familiarity with embedded systems communication protocols (Ethernet, CAN, RS485) and systems languages
Electrical Engineering degree
Experience in embedded systems validation or firmware testing
Ability to translate complex requirements into scalable test solutions
Location & work type: Palo Alto, CA; fully onsite; contract position
Job Title: Validation Software Firmware Engineer
Job Description
Join our dynamic Energy Residential Device Software team as a Validation Software/Firmware Engineer. You will architect automated test frameworks, design validation infrastructure, and collaborate closely with software firmware developers. Your contributions will be crucial in enhancing product robustness and empowering our engineers to confidently deploy firmware updates.
Responsibilities
Design and deploy advanced automated test frameworks for embedded Linux and RTOS-based products. Develop software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test systems using tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. Create actionable test reports to track code coverage, regression metrics, and release readiness. Reverse-engineer complex systems to identify edge cases and failure modes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine validation strategies and troubleshoot issues. Drive adoption of best practices for test automation, CI/CD, code robustness, and infrastructure scalability.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in C/C++ programming. Experience in embedded firmware development, ideally with Electrical Engineering experience. Familiarity with 'Software in the Loop' (SIL) and 'Hardware in the Loop' (HIL) concepts. Hands-on expertise with hardware debugging tools such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers. Strong understanding of software development in systems languages (e.g., C, C++, Rust) and Linux software architecture. Knowledge of embedded firmware (e.g., RTOS) and communication protocols (Ethernet, CAN, RS485, etc.).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred. Experience in embedded systems validation, firmware testing, or related fields. Ability to translate complex requirements into scalable test solutions.
Work Environment
Join a team dedicated to on-device software development for residential products such as Powerwall, solar inverters, and EV chargers. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that emphasizes innovation and quality in software development.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Palo Alto, CA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Palo Alto,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 5, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.