Job Description

Ciklum is looking for a Firmware Test Engineer to join our team full-time in Slovakia.

We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live.

About the role:

As a Firmware Test Engineer, become a part of a cross-functional development team engineering experiences of tomorrow.

You will become part of a cross-functional development team engineering the experiences of tomorrow. The core focus of the project is the development of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology designed to help individuals with severe disabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Understand product requirements, design inputs, and system architectural needs, and translate them into firmware test needs
• Design and develop unit tests, integration tests, and system-level tests for a cutting-edge medical device
• Develop automated test scripts in Python for firmware and hardware validation
• Collaborate with electrical, hardware, and software engineers to ensure comprehensive test coverage
• Create documents describing test architectures and methodologies

Requirements:

• Deep understanding of medical device development processes, including V&V, design controls, risk management, and regulatory compliance
• Experience with design and implementation of test plans for verification and validation in compliance with FDA development standards
• Strong proficiency in Python
• Python-based automated test frameworks for embedded firmware
• Experience with HIL (hardware-in-loop) test setups and automation
• Experience with CI/CD processes for automation and version releases
• Linux-based testing rigs
• Proficiency with Git for software version control
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
• Strong debugging skills across hardware, firmware, and software layers

Desirable:

• Familiarity with I2C, SPI, UART, and other communication protocols
• Ability to understand PCB schematics
• Experience with IoT devices

What’s in it for you?

• Strong community: Work alongside top professionals in a friendly, open-door culture that values initiative and empowers its people to succeed
• Fast-paced & agile environment: Be part of a dynamic, fast-moving organization that champions efficiency and innovation
• Global exposure: Collaborate with international, cross-functional teams and contribute to large-scale initiatives
• Tailored learning: Boost your skills with internal events (meetups, conferences, workshops), Udemy access, language courses, and company-paid certifications
• Flexibility: Balance office and remote work to fit your rhythm
• Care: Take advantage of our extensive benefits offering, aligned with the best market standards

The salary starts at 2500 Eur gross. The final salary depends on the previous experience and professional knowledge of the candidate.

About us:

At Ciklum, we are always exploring innovations, empowering each other to achieve more, and engineering solutions that matter. With us, you’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and be part of a One Team culture that values collaboration and progress.

Our Slovakia hub brings together passionate professionals working on global initiatives. Be part of a close-knit team that’s driving digital transformation and creating lasting impact.

Explore, empower, engineer with Ciklum!

Interested already? We would love to get to know you! Submit your application. We can’t wait to see you at Ciklum.

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