Firmware Quality Assurance Analyst I

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.

What you will be doing 

• 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.

What we are looking for

• 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.

What we offer

We are passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so that you can enjoy a lifelong career with us. 

• 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!

We review applications regularly, so don’t hesitate, apply today!

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We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.