Engineer, Software Validation

About Corinex:

At Corinex, we are driving the future of energy with cutting-edge Broadband over Power Line (BPL) technology. As a global leader in smart grid solutions, we enable utilities to enhance grid visibility, flexibility, and decarbonization- supporting the seamless integration of renewable energy, electric vehicles, and heat pumps into the power grid.

Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Corinex is the market leader in Europe, particularly in Spain, where our BPL solutions are deployed by major DSOs (Distribution System Operators) to improve grid operations. With successful implementations across global markets, our technologies accelerate the transition to a more sustainable, decentralized, and efficient energy infrastructure. Recognized as a key contributor to industry standards and a 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 50 winner, Corinex is shaping the future of smart energy.

To strengthen our team in Spain, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Engineer, Software Validation. 

About the role:

We are looking for an Engineer, Software Validation to join our Valencia R&D team. For this role, we are open to new grads or candidates with experience. Join a motivated multidisciplinary team running state-of-the-art validation processes for embedded systems, and passionate for automation, efficiency and continuous improvement, where Validation/Test Engineers provide high value to the product development and delivery chains.

The candidate will be integrated into a dynamic, cross-functional, experienced team to develop communication systems for Smart Grid transformation.

This full-time, remote position requires a strong background in embedded systems, networking, and software quality assurance. In this role, you will be responsible for testing and validating cutting-edge communication and networking solutions. You will work with hardware and software teams to ensure product reliability, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards. 

Responsibilities:

• Participate in all project stages: design, implementation, hardware/system bring-up and system/product delivery of our BPL communications system.
• Review product/system requirements.
• Review system specifications.
• Design test suites to measure product/system requirements quality indicators (KPIs).
• Automate test suites at system level with scripting languages and lab instrumentation APIs.
• Support and extend the existing regression system by maintaining test benches and regression tests to ensure and improve scalability, quality, reliability, robustness and accuracy of test results.
• Execute, analyze and report results of Software and System Test Plans.
• Increase coverage of the test plans.
• Make the team grow by contributing to methods and procedures that boost efficiency and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer.
• Strong understanding of electronic circuit/logic design and hands-on experience with lab instrumentation (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, traffic generators & analyzers, logic analyzers).
• Advanced proficiency in Python for test automation and scripting.
• Solid knowledge of IP networking and communication protocols.
• Detail-oriented, methodical, and organized approach to testing.
• Passion for efficiency and process optimization.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and share knowledge within the team.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Certifications: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification or higher.
• Software Quality & Testing Standards: Familiarity with ISO 25000/25010/9126.
• Linux as a development/work/administration environment.
• RTOS embedded systems testing experience.
• Signal theory for communication systems.
• Scripting experience in TCL.
• Experience with SCM tools (e.g., GIT, BitBucket).
• Understanding of Requirements Engineering principles.
• C programming experience.
• Experience with communication systems (Ethernet, G.hn, WiFi).
• Familiarity with Smart Grid technologies.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: The utilities are upgrading their grid infrastructure to meet regulatory requirements, and Corinex provides a leading solution validated through a mass rollout in Germany with E.ON and other DSOs.
• Collaborative Environment: Work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting with a supportive team.
• Professional Growth: In order to meet regulatory requirements, there are tremendous opportunities for Corinex solutions and its further development in the German market. This provides you with opportunities for continuous learning and career development in the future.
• Great Culture: Certified as a Great Place to Work, we value respect, creativity, and having fun while making a difference.