Our key client is seeking a Hardware Solution / Firmware Verification Engineer to manage their testing lab operations and support the validation and development of ASIC miners and server systems. This hands-on role involves firmware testing, hardware troubleshooting, test plan development, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in embedded systems, testing methodologies, and performance analysis across multiple crypto algorithms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead firmware, hardware, and mining pool testing processes.
• Troubleshoot and maintain servers, ASIC miners, and related infrastructure.
• Develop comprehensive firmware test plans and conduct both manual and automated test execution.
• Perform regression testing and diagnose issues across hardware/software layers.
• Use diagnostic tools (e.g., DVM, UART, WireShark) to identify root causes and resolve defects.
• Document and communicate test results while tracking defects through systems like JIRA.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support firmware improvements and bug resolution.
• Verify ASIC miner performance under different workloads and ensure firmware quality, including backward compatibility.
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee contractor coordination and support processes.
• Collaborate with the Nonce Analysis team to collect and analyze ASIC miner performance data.
• Review and approve contractors' billing hours and expense submissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proven experience in firmware development and embedded systems.
• Proficient in C/C++, Python, Go, and scripting for automation.
• Strong understanding of testing and verification methodologies (e.g., directed testing, regression, coverage analysis).
• Skilled in debugging tools and serial communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, etc.).