What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Test Engineer - C# and Embedded position at Global Connect Technologies?
Job Title: Software Test Engineer
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Software Test Engineer to support the testing and validation of embedded systems, automation platforms, and hardware-software integrated products. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in test automation, SCADA/DAQ concepts, embedded system testing, and data analysis. This role requires hands-on interaction with programmable instruments, sensors, and communication protocols to ensure product quality and system reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks using C#.
- Design and implement software validation strategies for embedded and firmware-based systems.
- Perform hardware-software integration testing for real-time control and monitoring applications.
- Work with DAQ systems, sensors, voltage/current signals, and hardware interfaces for data collection and analysis.
- Analyze test results using graphs, charts, and visualization tools to identify trends, anomalies, and pass/fail conditions.
- Generate test logs, reports, and documentation for validation activities.
- Support SCADA-related testing and real-time monitoring systems.
- Interface with programmable instruments such as power supplies, DAQ modules, and communication devices.
- Collaborate with software, firmware, and hardware engineering teams to troubleshoot issues and improve system performance.
- Validate communication protocols including VISA, USB, UART, SPI, and related interfaces.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
- Strong programming experience in C#.
- Experience with test automation frameworks and execution tools.
- Understanding of SCADA systems and DAQ concepts.
- Knowledge of embedded systems and firmware testing.
- Experience working with sensor data, real-time monitoring, and hardware inputs.
- Ability to interpret and analyze data trends, logs, and test results.
- Familiarity with programmable instruments and lab testing environments.
- Knowledge of communication and control protocols such as VISA, USB, UART, and SPI.
- Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.