Principal Firmware Test Automation Engineer I

Post Date

Oct 16, 2025

Location

Richmond,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

23219
US
Jan 04, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

RIC-5b21fdfc-5df5-4631-8910-d64fbcfd94c1

Pay Rate

$54 - $68 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a principal firmware test automation engineer to support a local client. In this role you would:
- Develop and maintain a robust test automation framework for battery-operated, handheld electronic reduced-risk inhalable products
- Implement new automated tests within the framework to ensure comprehensive firmware coverage and reliability
- Regularly review and update technical documentation related to the framework and test procedures
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to diagnose and resolve firmware related issues

Hourly rate: 60 - 70/hr based on experience

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelors degree in a related field
8+ years of experience
Experience in low-level C and Python programming
Testing automation of embedded systems
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing to validate and verify the performance of embedded systems
Experience working in a regulated environment

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

experience with CI/CD automation
masters degree

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.