Hybrid Embedded Software QA Automation Specialist – Intermediate

Posted 2 weeks ago

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About the role

  • Testing embedded devices with the understanding of what bugs are critical to the end-user.
  • Creating and maintaining test documentation.
  • Creating new entries in our bug tracking software for any new bugs identified in the system.
  • Verifying bug fixes are satisfactory on newly transferred build.
  • Maintenance of automation frameworks, tests and tools.
  • Troubleshooting complex problems in software.
  • Assisting Technical Services in providing product support.
  • Acting as a resource to other departments on products and applications.
  • Assisting with documentation for software manuals, and technical documents.
  • Regularly identifying deficiencies in the test suite and ensures they are resolved.
  • Identifying usability problems and making suggestions for improvement.
  • Reviewing and evaluating all Product Development and user documentation, and generating additional notes to summarize undocumented features and differences from previous versions.
  • Providing important input on an ongoing basis.
  • Issue management.
  • Monitors issues for workflow, priority and completeness.
  • Developing and maintaining automated test scripts, frameworks and tools.
  • Designing and estimating test development on small to medium projects or features.
  • Designing / creating test strategies and test plans for small to medium projects or subsystems.
  • Supporting junior members of the team.

Requirements

  • Experience developing testing strategies for firmware/embedded software systems
  • Designed, developed, and debugged automated tests to verify firmware/embedded software
  • Strong Python skills focusing on automated testing
  • Proficiency with version control tools like GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, etc.
  • Professional working experience in Unix/Linux environments
  • Basic Networking knowledge on computer networking systems hubs/switches/routers, TCP/IP, certificate management, IP routing, firewalls, and DNS
  • Experience in implementing CI/CD pipelines for test automation using tools like Jenkins and containerization using Docker
  • Successful completion of an accredited technology diploma program, undergraduate degree in Engineering, Computer Science or work experience equivalent
  • Working knowledge of building controls, control theory, and electronics is an asset.
  • BACnet knowledge is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle and Agile methodologies
  • Comprehensive knowledge of testing methods and procedures.

Benefits

  • Employee & safety centric culture with the possibility of remote work
  • Flexible hours and scheduling available
  • Competitive total compensation along with generous vacation allowances
  • Three weeks of vacation
  • In-house & external training provided along with education support and opportunities for growth
  • Company funded annual personal development budget
  • Financial benefits & planning such as group RRSP & company match
  • Employer paid premiums for extended healthcare and family-focused benefits (health, vision and dental)
  • Travel insurance coverage and access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness - onsite fitness center & company reimbursement for personal gym memberships
  • Internal Recognition & Service Awards
  • Employee Referral bonuses
  • Transit accessible with free onsite parking
  • Regular company events such as "Food Truck Fridays", Lunch & Learn and other planned activities

Job title

Embedded Software QA Automation Specialist – Intermediate

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

CA$75,000 - CA$88,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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