Software QA Engineer (Hardware team, Part-time)

Employment: Part-time Experience level: Associate Job Description Join our team to work on custom chips and development hardware. You will be responsible for testing and validating hardware using internal software tools: configuring, programming and verifying devices, running test scenarios and ensuring the quality of hardware before release. You will work closely with hardware and software engineers, helping to find, localize and document issues at the boundary between hardware and software. The role: Analyze hardware requirements and specifications, create test plans Execute test plans on real hardware (chips, development boards, programmers) using internal software tools, generate reports Use lab equipment to verify hardware behavior and troubleshoot issues Report, track and verify defects, and help identify whether an issue is caused by hardware, firmware or software Write test documentation Qualifications Experience in writing test cases Experience in usage of Test Management tool (TestRail, TestLink, etc.) and Project Management tool (Redmine, Jira, etc.) Experience in usage of Version Control System (SVN, GIT, etc.) and source code management solution (GitLab) Experience in usage of CI (Jenkins, etc.) Willingness to work hands-on with hardware (development boards, programmers, ICs); Ability to learn and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment Flexibility to support various team needs and be a team player Will be a plus: Technical background (Electrical Engineering or Computer Science) Understanding of basic electronics principles (Ohm’s law, digital and analog signals, logic levels, etc.) Ability to read electronic schematics Experience in using lab equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter, power supply, signal generator, logic analyzer, etc. Experience in testing hardware or embedded products Experience with test automation or scripting (e.g. Python) Knowledge of different platforms (Windows, Linux, macOS) Intermediate English Additional Information Fixed-Term Contract - 6 months (with the possibility of extension afterwards) Part-Time employment (10 work hours per week) Work format - remote or in-office (hybrid) Flexible working hours 14 calendar days paid vacation Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier . With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future. At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives. We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process. Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us? Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement .