About Zaden Technologies, Inc.
Join Zaden Technologies on our mission to simplify the delivery and improve the utility of software products for our customers. At Zaden, we believe that our employees are our greatest assets. We hire the right candidates with the right skill sets who fit our culture of customer obsession, innovation, and continuous learning. We are our customer’s biggest advocate and we are looking for like-minded individuals who encompass these same ideals. It is important to us to offer you competitive pay and comprehensive benefits with opportunities that match your life and propel your career!
Zaden Technologies is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer specializing in Automated Quality & Test to join our team supporting critical defense systems. This role is central to ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of embedded software through comprehensive automated testing strategies. The ideal candidate will have a passion for quality engineering, test automation, and continuous integration practices in embedded environments. You'll work at the intersection of software development and quality assurance, building robust test frameworks that enable rapid, secure delivery of mission-critical systems while maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence.
Role Responsibilities :
- Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for embedded software systems
- Implement comprehensive test strategies including unit, integration, system, and regression testing
- Develop and execute automated tests for real-time operating systems and embedded applications
- Integrate automated testing into CI / CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and delivery
- Create and maintain test infrastructure using hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) approaches
- Collaborate with firmware engineers to define testability requirements and improve code coverage
- Develop automated performance and stress testing tools for embedded systems
- Analyze test results, identify defects, and work with development teams to ensure timely resolution
- Maintain test documentation, metrics, and reporting dashboards for quality visibility
- Support DevSecOps practices by integrating security testing into automated quality workflows
Required Qualifications :
U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearanceBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field3+ years of experience in embedded software testing or quality assuranceStrong programming skills in C / C++ and Python for test automationExperience developing automated test frameworks and test harnesses for embedded systemsKnowledge of software testing methodologies, including black-box, white-box, and gray-box testingFamiliarity with continuous integration tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar)Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflowsStrong analytical and debugging skills with attention to detailExcellent communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teamsPreferred Qualifications :
Active security clearanceExperience with real-time operating systems (VxWorks, FreeRTOS, or similar)Hands-on experience with hardware virtualization tools (QEMU, SIMICS)Knowledge of test automation frameworks such as Google Test, CppUTest, or UnityExperience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testingFamiliarity with CMake and complex embedded build systemsExperience with static and dynamic analysis tools (Coverity, SonarQube, Valgrind)Background in missile defense, aerospace, or other defense systemsKnowledge of DO-178C, ISO 26262, or other safety-critical software standardsExperience with scripting languages (Bash, PowerShell) for test automationUnderstanding of Agile / Scrum methodologies and test-driven development (TDD)What we offer :
Robust startup environment with a variety of projects to work onGrowth paths and endless opportunities to learn and developPaid holidays and flexible paid time offEmployer contributions toward 401kPerformance-based bonus and profit-sharing50% coverage of health insurance for employees and their dependentsPI710c43142e91-30511-38879410