Validation Engineer

Cust2Mate is a global leader in smart-cart platforms, transforming in-store shopping through digitalization and personalization. Our award-winning Smart Carts, trusted by

leading grocery chains, elevate the customer experience, optimize store operations, and bridge online and physical retail.

We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join us and be a part of this fascinating journey.

We are seeking a Validation & Verification Engineer with a strong background in electronics engineering to join our hardware team. The engineer will be responsible for testing

and validating both hardware and software at the low level, with a focus on low-power, battery-based products. The role requires a multidisciplinary skillset, spanning hardware,

software, and test automation, and will involve direct reporting to the Director of Hardware.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, design, and execute validation and verification tests for hardware and embedded software.
• Conduct low-level hardware testing of components, PCBs, and systems for power efficiency, functionality, and performance including validate batteries and power management performance in real-world scenarios
• Perform environmental and compliance testing to ensure product robustness and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Operate and use test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and vector signal analyzers (VSA).
• Develop test automation frameworks and automated test stations using Python to accelerate and scale testing.
• Invent and explore new testing methods to cover unique validation scenarios and push product reliability.
• Document test procedures, maintain logs, and prepare detailed test reports and validation protocols.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, software, and firmware teams to ensure seamless validation coverage.

Requirements:

• B.Sc. in Electronics Engineering (or equivalent).
• 5+ years of experience in hardware validation, verification, and testing (junior and senior profiles may be considered).
• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, VSAs, and other lab instruments.
• Strong knowledge of low-power, battery-based product design and validation methods.
• Familiarity with embedded systems, firmware, and software integration testing.
• Proficiency in Python scripting for test automation and data analysis.
• Practical hands-on skills in soldering, rework, and assembly of electronic components and prototypes.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment and adapt to different testing methodologies.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills in English.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of communication protocols (UART, SPI, I²C, BLE, Wi-Fi, etc.).
• Familiarity with quality and validation standards (IEC, ISO, FCC, CE, or similar).
• Exposure to automation frameworks and CI/CD for hardware/software validation.
• Conducting ECO/MCO.