Job Title: Software Validation Engineer

Location: Chillicothe, IL

Employment Type: Full Time

About Us

DMV IT Service LLC, founded in 2020, is a trusted IT consulting firm specializing in IT infrastructure optimization, cybersecurity, networking, and staffing solutions. We partner with clients to achieve technology goals through expert guidance, workforce support, and innovative solutions. With a client-focused approach, we also provide online training and job placements, ensuring long-term IT success.

Job Purpose

The Software Validation Engineer will be responsible for validating embedded systems, software applications, and integrated hardware–software solutions. This role defines and executes test strategies to confirm functional accuracy, performance, safety, and compliance across the full development lifecycle. The engineer will work closely with development, hardware, and DevOps teams to troubleshoot issues, automate testing, and ensure reliable product delivery.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Design, write, and execute software/embedded system test cases.
• Develop validation strategies to confirm system functionality, performance, and compliance.
• Use Python scripting to automate testing and perform data analysis.
• Support test operations, including test bench setup, instrumentation, and hardware integration.
• Repair and troubleshoot test harnesses and hardware interfaces as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as software, hardware, and DevOps.
• Use DevOps tools and version control systems (e.g., Git, Jenkins) to support development workflows.
• Document test plans, results, defects, and validation findings.
• Analyze test results and contribute to root-cause investigation and resolution.
• Maintain traceability across test coverage, requirements, and validation outcomes.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in software validation, test engineering, or hardware/software integration.
• Proficiency in Python for automation and data analysis.
• Experience with test operations, DevOps tools, and version control platforms (e.g., Git, Jenkins).
• Strong knowledge of test case development, execution, and documentation practices.
• Hands-on experience working with hardware, including test bench setup, harness repair, and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of embedded systems, instrumentation, and measurement equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.