Systems Test & Verification Engineer (Embedded Systems)

Zenovo
Bristol, United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
£60,000 – £70,000 pa

Salary

£60,000 – £70,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
14 May 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme (up to 7% employer matched) Discretionary annual bonus (typically around 10%) 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Private medical healthcare Hybrid working and flexitime Annual wellness checks Retail vouchers Mental health support services
System Test & Verification Engineer(Embedded Systems)
Location:
Bristol– On-site 3 Days per Week
Salary:
£60,000 – £70,000 + Bonus & Benefits (depending on experience)

Note: All applicants must be able to work in the UK without the need for VISA Sponsorship now, or in the future

Summary:

A successful candidate will play a hands-on role in designing and implementing Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulations (HiLS) to test hardware and firmware.

They will take ownership of test strategy and execution for both legacy and new product developments, designing test cases, generating scenarios, and performing automated and manual testing to ensure solutions meet defined requirements.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret test results, solve complex problems, and enhance overall system performance, while adhering to established standards for coding, version control, and documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proven experience designing, implementing, and maintaining HiLS environments

• Developing and executing hardware and firmware test plans, procedures, and test cases

• Integrating hardware with virtual models and simulation tools

• Investigating defects and collaborating with engineering teams to resolve issues

• Producing clear test documentation and reporting

• Experience with embedded development tools, debuggers, simulators, and automated test environments

• Ability to read and interpret hardware schematics and datasheets

Experience Required:
  • At least 3-years’ experience working with HiLS systems
  • Proven experience in HiLS testing
  • Experience with LabVIEW or MATLAB/Simulink
  • Ability to develop test cases using scripting languages (e.g. Python) and automation tools
  • Solid understanding of embedded systems, control systems, and system integration
  • Experience using version control systems (e.g. Git)
  • Proficient with Microsoft Windows and standard Office applications
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Degree in Computer Science, Electronic/Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Desirable Skills & Experience:
  • Knowledge of ARM and/or Microchip dsPIC architectures
  • Experience developing C code for bare-metal embedded systems
  • Strong system integration and interface debugging skills
  • Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (e.g. Pytest, Unity, Robot Framework) and debugging tools (e.g. JTAG, GDB, oscilloscopes)
  • Good understanding of digital and analogue electronics
  • Knowledge of common communication interfaces and protocols (e.g. SPI, RS485)
  • Understanding of Systems Engineering principles
  • Familiarity with UML
  • Experience using task tracking tools (e.g. Jira, ClickUp)

Benefits Package
  • Competitive pension scheme (up to 7% employer matched)
  • Discretionary annual bonus (typically around 10%)
  • 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
  • Private medical healthcare
  • Hybrid working and flexitime
  • Annual wellness checks
  • Retail vouchers
  • Mental health support services

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply with your latest CV.

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