Sr Software Engineer

Job description

Renesas is hiring a Senior Software Engineer in Test with strong Python skills to develop and execute automated and manual test solutions for software, hardware, and firmware products. Experience with hardware, electronics, or SW/HW interface is a big plus. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate market-leading digital controller solutions powering AI, client, and server applications . Responsibilities include test planning, automation, debugging, test execution, and driving product quality across the development lifecycle.

Job responsibilities in QA Testing

You will work teams across the globe to generate test requirements and define test methodologies. Design and execute automated and manual test plans for software, hardware, firmware, and IC solutions. Debug software and hardware issues, with a focus on IC functionality and root cause analysis. Analyze test results, report defects, and support issue resolution with development and customer-facing teams. Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to ensure product quality exceeds expectations.

Drive test automation, validation framework improvements, and QA best practices. Mentor team members and contribute to testing strategy, planning, and process enhancements. Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while balancing quality, timelines, and feature delivery. Proactively identify risks, raise issues, and recommend product and process improvements.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or similar Experience: 3-7 years of Software QA experience, including 3+ years testing software integrated with hardware/firmware.

Technical Proficiency

Strong test automation skills with Python and tools such as Qt Squish, SmartBear Test Complete , or similar. Proficiency in Git is a must. Experience with one of GitLab, GitHub or BitBucket is highly preferred. Additionally, exposure to DevOps and HW/SW test is a plus. Solid understanding of JIRA, version control, QA best practices, and software/hardware development lifecycles . Proven ability to mentor teams, improve test coverage, and drive quality initiatives.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills with a keen attention to detail. Experience in electronics, microcontroller programming, and bus communications, ideally in power systems, semiconductors, or ICs strongly preferred. Familiarity with lab test equipment and measurement tools. Background in both Software QA and IC/Power Engineering preferred.