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Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer - Embedded System

GATEWAY SEARCH INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
Hyderabad
7 - 10 Years

Posted on: 11/12/2025

Job Description

Description :


We are hiring for our client in defense and Aerospace industry for Sr. SQA Engineer for Hyderabad location who has 7+ years of experience in embedded software QA, including 2+ years in a lead or senior role, preferably in satellite or telecom domains.

The candidate must have experience in RTOS, embedded C/C++, microcontroller platforms, and hardware-software integration.

Skills Required :


- SATCOM, Embedded Systems.

- DO-178C, DO-254, CMMI L3+.

- RTOS, Embedded C/C++.

- Microcontroller platforms, HardwareSoftware integration.

- Python & Shell scripting.

Responsibilities :


- Define and own test strategy, planning, and execution for embedded software/firmware in satellite communication systems.

- Provide technical leadership to QA engineers working on modem software, SDRs, control units, and embedded RF devices.

- Review and improve QA processes to align with industry standards (DO-178C, DO-254, ISO 12207).

- Collaborate with development, systems, and integration teams to ensure full test coverage.

Test Development & Execution :


- Lead creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and automation for embedded systems.

- Work with RTOS, satellite communication protocols (ALOHA, TDMA), and networking (TCP/IP, UDP, SNMP).

Defect Management & Debugging :


- Oversee issue triaging, root cause analysis, and support development teams with logs, traces, and diagnostics.

Compliance & Reporting :


- Ensure documentation, traceability, and regulatory compliance for defense/space-qualified systems.

- Generate test reports, traceability matrices, and quality metrics.

- Support internal/external audits by defense agencies or certification bodies.

Required Qualifications :


- Bachelors/Masters in Electronics & Communication Engineering.

- 7+ years in embedded software QA, with 2+ years in a lead/senior role (satellite/telecom preferred).

- Strong knowledge of RTOS, embedded C/C++, microcontroller platforms, and hardwaresoftware integration.

- Experience with RF systems, signal processing, and satellite communication protocols.

- Proficiency in Python, Shell scripting, and tools like JTAG debuggers, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes.

Preferred Qualifications :


- Experience in defense-grade or space-qualified systems.

- Familiarity with DO-178C, DO-254, IEEE-12207, CMMI Level 5.

- Understanding of digital modulation/demodulation, RF link budgets, and satellite modem architectures.

Key Attributes :


- Excellent analytical and debugging skills.

- Strong communication (verbal & written).

- Detail-oriented with focus on quality, safety, and performance.

- Ability to work independently in fast-paced, mission-critical environments.


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