Platform Software Validation Engineer

Title: Platform Software Validation EngineerLocation: Long Beach, CA or Palo Alto, CA (4 days onsite a week)Duration: 12+ Months ContractVisa: USC, GC, GC EAD, H4 EAD, TNInterview Mode: VideoJob Description:OverviewThe meeting focused on defining requirements for a new Platform Software Validation Engineer team. Manager provided additional technical context beyond the job description, clarified the desired candidate profile, reviewed the interview process, and discussed logistics, budget, and hiring timelines. Coding ExpectationsPython knowledge at a junior level is acceptableStronger emphasis on understanding of C/C++ Key TakeawaysThis is a highly embedded, platform-level validation role.Embedded developers who can test are preferred over pure test engineers.Experience with RTOS, driver validation, networking, file systems, and chipsets is critical.Interview process includes coding assessments and an onsite panel.Candidates with NXP, Green Hills, GDB, networking, and semiconductor backgrounds should receive priority consideration. Ideal Candidate ProfileStrong Technical BackgroundManager emphasized a preference for:Embedded software developers who know how to testCandidates with both development and validation experienceKey Skills to TargetEmbedded software developmentRTOS experienceDriver-level validationHardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) validationMicrocontroller debugging and validationNetwork stack testingFile system testingCrypto and networking knowledgeGitHub workflowsC Mock/CMock experienceDebugging and trace analysis tools Preferred Technologies & ExperienceCandidates with experience in the following should be prioritized:NXP chipsetsRealtek driversGreen Hills CompilerGDB debuggers and trace recorders