Software Test Engineer (Embedded/Firmware)

Recruiter:

The Legends Agency

Job Ref:

7X44R955

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market-related

SUMMARY:
A leading technology and manufacturing business is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join its team in Modderfontein.

POSITION INFO:

- Software Test Engineer (Embedded/Firmware) – Modderfontein – Salary R55 000 to R60 000 CTC
  
  Car Allowance, Plus, Med Aid, Retirement benefit - Pension/Provident & Group Life, Plus, Fuel Claim monthly for both Private & Business travel
  
  A leading technology and manufacturing business is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join its team in Modderfontein. This role focuses on manual and automated testing of embedded/firmware-driven products, ensuring quality and performance against software requirements.
  
  Key Responsibilities
  
  Create and execute manual + automated test scripts
  
  Design test cases to uncover defects and validate feature implementation
  
  Perform informal firmware testing alongside development engineers during build stages
  
  Plan and manage formal testing cycles, including reporting and documentation
  
  Analyse software changes to support accurate test planning
  
  Maintain test plans, procedures, and acceptance reports
  
  Support continuous improvement in testing practices and team workflows
  
  Minimum Requirements
  
  BEng / BTech (Electronics) or equivalent engineering qualification
  
  5–10 years of experience in software development/testing (ideally embedded/firmware)
  
  Strong understanding of QA principles, test methodologies, and SDLC
  
  Confident communicator with cross-functional teams
  
  Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
  
  Advantageous
  
  ISTQB certification (Foundation or Advanced)
  
  Exposure to technical training/mentoring or technical project coordination
  
  If you''re a proactive, structured tester who enjoys working close to hardware and development teams—this ones for you.

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