Firmware QA Engineer
Company: Whisker
Location: Auburn Hills
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:Whisker is the maker of Litter-Robot, Feeder-Robot,
and Litterbox.com. At Whisker, we believe pet parenthood can always
get better.As leading innovators in pet tech and refined pet
accessories, we work tirelessly to solve problems and deliver
smarter insights for pet parents while enriching the lives of pets.
Whether its a self-cleaning litter box that automates scooping, an
automatic feeder that helps pets develop healthier eating habits,
or a modern cat tree that delights both humans and felines, we
strive to deliver better solutions for consumers while transforming
pet care along the way. To us, having a pet is the best thing ever.
At Whisker, life together just keeps getting better.Whisker is
based in Auburn Hills, Michigan and Juneau, Wisconsin with 500+
passionate team members.What Youll Do:The Firmware Quality
Assurance Engineer is responsible for developing test
documentation, procedure, and executing tests on various products
produced by Whisker. Testing responsibilities will cover a
combination of firmware, hardware, and mobile app experience and
may be conducted manually or automated, depending on the
situation.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:This list of duties
and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to
include other duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.Plans
and prioritizes advanced testing activities, incorporating
strategic considerations and liaising with development teams and
stakeholders.Works closely with firmware developers to understand
product specifications and requirements.Develops comprehensive test
procedures and documentation for various products, with an emphasis
on leveraging advanced techniques and industry best
practices.Designs and implements automated test setups and
frameworks, optimizing for scalability, reliability, and
maintainability.Executes rigorous testing on firmware and hardware
updates, employing advanced white box and black box testing
methodologies.Conducts thorough testing of firmware releases to
ensure functionality, performance, and reliability and conducts
thorough troubleshooting to identify and address weaknesses and
problem areas in firmware and hardware systems.Performs regression
testing to ensure that previously identified issues have been
addressed.Prepares detailed test reports, providing comprehensive
analysis and actionable.Collaborates closely with cross-functional
teams, serving as a subject matter expert and fostering a culture
of continuous improvement in testing processesProvides expert
support, maintenance, and enhancement of all testing-related
activities throughout iterative development and system testing
phasesDevelops and maintains advanced test and programming
fixtures, as well as associated software, to support complex
factory operations and production testingWill perform additional
responsibilities when requiredRequirements:What Youll Bring:BS in
Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science5+
years experience in firmware and hardware QA and testing roles,
demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility and technical
expertiseExperience conducting end-to-end testing of an entire IoT
ecosystem including devices, gateways, and cloud servicesExperience
with testing the integration of IoT devices with various platforms,
mobile apps, and cloud servicesExperience evaluating the
performance of IoT devices under different loads and
scenariosProficiency in automated testing tools and scripting
languages for efficient and repetitive testing tasksProven track
record of building and managing automated test environments, with a
focus on innovation and continuous improvementExtensive hands-on
experience with both advanced white box and black box testing
techniques, including advancedExperience with Git, Bitbucket, and
JIRAKnowledge of programming languages (i.e. C, Java, C#, python,
typescript)Knowledge of digital and analog electronicsKnowledge
utilizing standard lab equipment (DMM, oscilloscopes)Strong
technical writing and communication skillsIdentifies, communicates,
and escalates issuesAnalytical and troubleshooting skillsAbility to
work collaborativelyMaintains confidentiality of proprietary
informationAbility to maintain a professional atmosphere in a
fast-paced environment with numerous interactions and
interruptionsA high degree of initiative, self-motivation, and
ability to motivate othersAbility to establish and maintain
cooperative working relationships with Team Members and
colleaguesNot Required but Nice to Have!Not required to have pets
but highly recommended!Benefits & Purrks:Join a tenacious,
inventive company that empowers team members to chart their own
path, lead by grounding decisions in the why, and has a strong
sense of empathy and openness to new perspectives. Be a part of
exciting growth, work with incredible people, and create tomorrows
pet productsplus a whole lot of extras. You will also be provided
with:Premium Medical/Dental/Vision insuranceLife InsurancePTO14
Paid HolidaysPaid Parental Leave401K with 4% MatchFlexible Work
ArrangementsTop of the line equipmentStatement of Inclusivity:We
believe different perspectives make Whisker better and strive to
create a place where everyone has equal opportunities to
thrive.Please ensure to regularly check your email spam folder for
any communication from Whisker to avoid missing important updates
regarding your application status.#onsite1by Jobble
Keywords: Whisker, East Lake , Firmware QA Engineer, Engineering , Auburn Hills, Florida
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