Firmware Quality Assurance Analyst I

ASSA ABLOY • New Haven, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At ASSA ABLOY, our mission is to make securely accessing the things in your life noticeably easier, without being noticeable. Our global teams work together to create products and services that add everyday simplicity and convenience to our users’ lives. With the ability to control access to what they love the most, we’re able to provide peace of mind through safety and visibility. We are seeking an entry level Firmware QA Engineer to join our Access Egress Hardware Team. As a QA Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting our automation practices and ensuring the quality and reliability of our firmware and embedded systems. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the testing processes of cutting-edge technology in secure access. This position will report directly to the Director of Engineering, Firmware and Hardware and sits onsite full-time in New Haven, CT.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience in quality assurance, test automation, or a related field, with a focus on embedded systems and firmware.
• Proficiency in Python and Python-based test frameworks, with growing experience in test automation.
• Solid understanding and experience with test automation in embedded environments, with ongoing development in this area.
• Experience with API testing tools and frameworks, adaptable to embedded systems, with guidance from senior engineers.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and their application in a QA environment.
• Proficient in using Git or other version control systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify, analyze, and report bugs independently.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving the quality and resilience of our platform, ensuring top-tier performance and reliability for our users.
• Assist in testing and validating new firmware features, providing valuable feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Write and maintain automated test scripts, contributing to the development and maintenance of our testing framework and CI/CD pipelines.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives, proposing enhancements and implementing advanced testing strategies under guidance.
• Help design and execute test strategies for firmware and APIs in embedded systems, focusing on specific test cases and scenarios.
• Contribute to maintaining and expanding automated test suites, refining existing tests, and adding new ones as needed.

Benefits

• Continuous professional development opportunities and an environment that fosters internal growth and mobility.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package which includes multiple healthcare options, tuition reimbursement, and matching 401k.
• Generous holiday schedule and paid time off to refresh and recharge.
• Employee pricing on our products and discount programs for travel, entertainment, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level