Embedded Software QA Engineer @ Aquablu B.V
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About Aquablu
At Aquablu, we’re engineering a cleaner, smarter future of hydration. Founded in 2018 by Marnix and Marc, the company aims to eliminate single-use plastics with connected water systems. Now present in 16 countries with partners like Heineken, Adyen, and Marriott, Aquablu is on a mission to hydrate a billion people.
Role Overview: Embedded Software QA Engineer
You will act as the guardian of quality, ensuring our embedded software is rock-solid and ready for real-world impact. Your role includes driving testing strategies, solving hardware/software challenges, and ensuring every product meets Aquablu's exceptional quality standard.
What You’ll Do
- Design and execute detailed test plans to validate firmware functionality.
- Perform hands-on testing including both manual and automated tests.
- Tackle field issues by replicating, documenting, and collaborating for fixes.
- Conduct root cause analysis and validate fixes to prevent recurring issues.
- Continuously improve QA methods, documentation, and overall workflows.
About You
You are detail-oriented with a tester’s mindset, comfortable where hardware meets software. You have strong programming skills in C/C++, and extensive experience with embedded systems, protocols, and debugging tools.
Must-Haves
- Strong programming in C/C++.
- Deep understanding of embedded systems architecture.
- Experience with communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth.
- Competence in firmware and hardware debugging using tools like JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
- Skill in reading hardware schematics and system-level interactions.
- Expertise in creating and executing detailed test plans and cases.
- Proficiency in automated firmware validation and documentation.
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience with hardware prototyping such as soldering and breadboarding.
- Familiarity with STM32 microcontrollers or similar platforms.
What’s in it for you?
- Equity participation through the Aquablu for All plan.
- Impactful work in a sustainable, purpose-driven mission.
- Dynamic scale-up environment with fresh challenges quarterly.
- Hybrid work model and generous vacation days (26 days).
- Company-sponsored gym membership and pension plan benefits.
Key skills/competency
- Embedded Systems
- C/C++
- Firmware Testing
- Automation
- Debugging
- Hardware Integration
- Test Plans
- Protocols
- Quality Assurance
- Documentation
How to Get Hired at Aquablu B.V
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Aquablu B.V's culture: Explore their mission, values, and news updates.
- Customize your resume: Highlight embedded systems and QA experience.
- Showcase your technical skills: Emphasize programming and debugging proficiencies.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready with practical examples in firmware testing.