Senior Technical Lead - ATE, LabVIEW
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Job Description
Senior Technical Lead - ATE, LabVIEW
Santa Clara, California

Job Summary

Seeking an Embedded Software Integration Engineer with 7–10 years of experience in LabVIEW, FPGA, Python, and Hardware-Software Integration. The role involves developing and integrating embedded systems, automated test platforms, and real-time control solutions while collaborating closely with hardware, FPGA, firmware, and system engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop LabVIEW/Python based Host Applications for test automation, instrument control, and data acquisition.
  • Design and maintain LabVIEW FPGA solutions for real-time control and signal processing.
  • Develop automation and data analysis tools using Python.
  • Perform hardware-software integration, board bring-up, debugging, and root-cause analysis.
  • Integrate embedded systems with DAQs, sensors, instruments, and custom hardware.
  • Implement and support communication interfaces such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, USB, SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN.
  • Support system verification, validation, and performance optimization.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on requirements, design reviews, and technical problem-solving.

Skill Requirements

Software

  • 7–10 years of Embedded Software Development and System Integration experience.
  • Strong expertise in:
    • LabVIEW Application Development
    • LabVIEW FPGA
    • Python Programming
    • LabVIEW Real-Time (RT)
    • Test Automation Frameworks

NI Platforms

  • CompactRIO (cRIO)
  • PXI/PXIe Systems
  • NI DAQ Hardware
  • Instrument Control (SCPI, VISA, GPIB)

Hardware & System Knowledge

  • Strong understanding of:
    • Digital, Analog, and Mixed-Signal Electronics, Data Acquisition Systems
    • Sensors and Actuators, Signal Conditioning
    • FPGA-Based Systems
  • Ability to read and debug:
    • Schematics, PCB Layouts, Timing Diagrams
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, Multimeters, Protocol Analyzers
  • Experience in:
    • Board Bring-up, Hardware Validation
    • System-Level Debugging, Root Cause Analysis

Communication Protocols

  • Ethernet / TCP-IP, USB, UART / RS232 / RS485, SPI, I2C

Tools

  • Git
  • Azure DevOps or equivalent version control tools

Preferred Skills

  • NI VeriStand and TestStand
  • C/C++ Programming
  • Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Systems
  • Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
  • Embedded Systems
  • FPGA Architecture and DMA Concepts
  • Medical Device or Regulated Product Development Experience

Soft Skills

  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to work across Hardware, FPGA, Firmware, and Software teams.
  • Strong ownership, teamwork, and execution mindset.

Preferred Domains

  • Medical Devices
  • Test & Measurement
  • Semiconductor Equipment
  • Industrial Automation
  • Robotics

Other Requirements

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Maximum Salary (US):  148000
Minimum Salary (US):  78000
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Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026 totaled $14.8 billion. 

 

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.