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Xirgo

Full-stack IoT telematics hardware, software, analytics

Product and Test Engineer

Full-TimePosted on 10/21/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Newtownabbey, UK
HybridWork from the Belfast office; hybrid working is available. Remote arrangements are not available. Local travel for drive testing is required.
Hardware EngineeringHardware Validation & Testing

About the job

Requirements
  • A degree in Electronics, Computer/Software Engineering, Automotive Technology, or a related technical field, or an HND with equivalent hands-on experience.
  • Python ability demonstrated through study, projects, or work, including the ability to write, read, and debug scripts.
  • Practical hardware skills, including wiring, soldering or crimping, using a multimeter, and using bench power supplies; academic or project experience is acceptable.
  • Understanding of common hardware interfaces, including USB, UART/serial, CAN, and vehicle power.
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow structured test procedures.
  • Clear written and verbal communication.
  • Comfort working in and around vehicles for extended periods.
  • A full driving licence valid in the UK and willingness to travel locally for drive testing.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct in-vehicle drive tests to validate ADAS and DMS features.
  • Safely simulate real-world driving scenarios to trigger and verify system behaviour.
  • Record and document test results, environmental conditions, and system responses.
  • Take ownership of test vehicles, including installation, configuration, and maintenance of required hardware and accessories to support ongoing testing and business requirements.
  • Review recorded video events from ADAS and DMS systems.
  • Classify events as True Positive, False Positive, or False Negative based on defined criteria.
  • Maintain detailed logs and support the QA team in identifying trends or anomalies in system performance.
  • Design and execute test plans for hardware accessories such as extension cameras, custom cables, mounts, and other peripherals.
  • Validate compatibility, durability, and performance of accessories under various conditions.
  • Provide feedback to engineering teams on usability and integration issues.
  • Develop, extend, and maintain Python-based test automation frameworks and scripts for device and accessory validation, including serial/ADB control, power and ignition cycling, OTA update regression, and log capture and parsing.
  • Integrate automated tests with lab equipment such as programmable power supplies, relay boards, and CAN interfaces, and report results into JIRA/TestRail.
  • Use AI-assisted tools such as code assistants and large language models to accelerate script development, test case generation, and log analysis.
  • Review AI-generated output against requirements and real device behaviour, peer-review code before merge, and take ownership of committed or reported work.
  • Use only approved AI tools and follow company policy for handling confidential and customer data.
  • Design, build, and maintain test fixtures and bench rigs, including wiring harnesses, power/ignition simulation, camera mounts, and enclosures, to enable repeatable lab testing.
  • Document fixture designs, wiring, and configuration so setups can be reproduced and audited.
  • Maintain lab equipment and fault-find fixture issues, distinguishing rig faults from device faults.
  • Follow structured test plans and procedures to ensure consistent and repeatable results.
  • Document test outcomes, issues, and observations in issue tracking systems such as JIRA and TestRail.
  • Collaborate with QA engineers to reproduce and isolate bugs or unexpected behaviour.
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with ADAS/DMS systems or vehicle telematics.
  • Experience with pytest or a similar test framework, and with Git version control.
  • Experience using AI coding assistants in an engineering workflow, with an approach to reviewing and validating their output.
  • Linux command line and Android/ADB experience.
  • Fixture design experience, such as CAD, harness drawings, or 3D printing.
  • Experience with video classification or annotation tools.
  • Familiarity with test tools such as CAN analysers, GPS simulators, or diagnostic readers.
  • Experience working with dashcams, vehicle sensors, or automotive accessories.

About the company

Xirgo Technologies focuses on IoT-based telematics and data insight for tracking and controlling remote assets. It offers a full-stack solution with hardware (telematics devices), firmware, middleware, and cloud-based device management, enabling customers to capture and analyze asset data. Its product lineup includes vehicle and asset telematics hardware, AI-powered driver cameras (SmartWitness), and enterprise software (ElasticM2M), plus user portals like SmartView for driver safety analytics and SmartAPI for integrating video and operational data with partners. Unlike pure hardware vendors, Xirgo combines devices, software, and cloud services into an integrated platform, delivered through a broad network of over 900 global channel partners. The company’s goal is to provide scalable, customizable telematics solutions that turn asset data into actionable insights for fleet management, logistics, and industrial IoT customers.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Camarillo, California

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • Accelevate launched April 2026 using Xirgo’s KP2 for AI passenger counting.
  • Xirgo joined Wialon’s April 2026 webinar, reinforcing ecosystem relevance with integrators.
  • Geotab Marketplace availability expands KP2 reach and shortens enterprise procurement cycles.

What critics are saying

  • Fleet Connect and OBD Sensor sued Xirgo in 2025 over fourteen patent claims.
  • A Northern District of Illinois transfer fight consumed 2026 management attention and legal spend.
  • Balmoral’s 2024 carve-out leaves Xirgo dependent on rebuilding standalone scale fast.

What makes Xirgo unique

  • Xirgo’s KP2 modular dashcam adds driver-facing AI later, reducing fleet retrofit friction.
  • Xirgo integrates hardware, ElasticM2M software, and cloud device management into one stack.
  • Xirgo’s 900-plus channel partners give it distribution breadth across telematics ecosystems.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Meal Benefits
  • Performance Bonus

Growth & Insights

6 month growth

-21%

1 year growth

-21%

2 year growth

-21%