Engineer II, Software Quality Assurance

Landis+Gyr is a leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions. We measure and analyze energy utilization to generate empowering analytics for smart grid and infrastructure management, enabling utilities and consumers to reduce energy consumption. Our innovative and proven portfolio of software, services and intelligent sensor technology is a key driver to decarbonize the grid and helped to avoid around 9 million tons of CO2 in FY 2023. With sales of USD 2.0 billion in FY 2023, Landis+Gyr employs around 6,900 talented people across five continents. 

For more than a century, we've been pioneers in energy innovation, and we continue to lead the way toward a more sustainable and efficient energy landscape. 

Join us at Landis+Gyr, where we manage energy better! 

Job Summary

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.     
We're looking for an experienced Software QA Engineer to join our high-profile team. You will be responsible for delivering excellent software products to an international audience!

This is a challenging and exciting position where you will conduct testing activities on software development projects within the Software Engineering department. 
Responsibilities include the design, execution and management of test plans, scripts, and cases, set up, configuration and implementation of test environments, and the identification and management of issues for each development project. 
Working experience in Software development and agile are needed. Handles R&D hardware, firmware, software, and completes solutions projects as part of a cross-functional team.  

Collaborates with team members and other R&D teams in design, development, and validation of complete Smart Grid solutions. Collaborates with team members for component delivery.   

Key Responsibilities

•    Under general direction, plan and perform engineering duties for part of a major project or for projects of moderate complexity.
•    Create, revise, and execute test plans and test cases.  
•    Communicates effectively and works closely with internal and external resources. 
•    Provides status reports and participates in departmental and project team meetings and email communications. 
•    Identifies testing risks and proposes solutions to mitigate. 
•    Provides escalations in a timely manner and through the appropriate channels. 
•    Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with cross functional team members. 
•    Provides input into continually improving quality processes and procedures. 
•    Serves as an escalated support resource for products released. 
•    Work directly with software and firmware developers to ensure requirement implementation/verification correctness and to review test case coverage. 
•    Detect, document, and track system defects throughout the SQA process.  
•    Write firmware/software defect reports. Identify and record the exact sequence of activities that were performed to produce software malfunctions. 
•    Investigate software defects and problem reports to provide additional information in the report to aid defect fixing. 
•    Review defect reports submitted to TFS for validity. 
•    Submit change requests against the software when requirements are incorrect. 
•    Review log files and other run-time documentation for defects and issues  
•    Follow project and corporate software plans, standards, and procedures to perform software verification. 
•    Develop manual and automated functional and regression tests for web services and web-based user interfaces. 
•    Participate in meetings regarding requirements and ensure software meets these requirements.
•    Acts as technical authority in areas of specialty on assigned projects.  
•    Assists all levels of software/firmware engineers, and project managers with design, testing, prototype building, test data set creation, and other activities related to testing. 
•    Uses established policies and procedures to complete work assignments. Work assignments are varied and of high scope and complexity. 
•    May be required to use specialized computer applications to perform duties.  
•    Must be extremely adaptive in responding to ad hoc testing issues that arise, and still be able to successfully multi-task and prioritize to meet scheduled testing objectives.       
•    Contribute to component and/or solution design, development, documentation, and validation. 
•    Work on agile development teams, collaborating with multiple cross-discipline architecture teams to develop hardware and software components as part of L+G Smart Grid solutions. 
•    Participate in recruitment, development and mentoring of junior engineers. 
•    Contribute to area-specific continuous improvement initiatives. 
•    Contribute to innovative technology and solutions development and/or validation.

Company Values

•    Supports and adheres to Company’s core values. 
•    Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required. 
•    Supports and adheres to Company’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy. 
•    Represents Company in a positive, professional manner when working with both internal and external customers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•    Must possess strong written and oral communications skills. 
•    Excellent troubleshooting ability 
•    Team player with strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills  
•    Ability to proficiently utilize standard computer applications as they relate to software/firmware development and testing. 
•    Such programs may include, but not limited to: Linux Shells, Wireshark, Terminal Emulators, and various editors. 
•    Languages 2 or more years of test tool, test automation, or production-level programming experience with any of the following is desired (in order of preference): Python, ANSI C/C++, C# 
•    Experience with embedded development is preferred. 
•    Experience with the following technologies (in order of preference): Networking Testing (including protocol analysis and load testing), Shell Scripting, Hardware Design and Troubleshooting 
•    Experience with Linux/Unix set up and configuration is desired. 
•    Understanding of configuration issues related to software development.   
•    Experience with Agile Methodology 
•    Experience testing web services for functionality, load, and scalability 
•    Experience testing HTML5 based user interfaces. 
•    Experience testing web-based user interfaces, GXT/GWT a plus 
•    Experience testing software with database components, SQL a plus 
•    Experience with source control and automated build systems 
•    Experience working with the full software development life cycle. 
•    Knowledge of development processes, tools, and related frameworks.
•    Knowledge of relevant development and/or validation methodologies.
•    Knowledge of AMI and Smart Grid Systems and Solutions.
•    Advanced design, development, or validation skills in functional area.
•    Ability to understand data effectively to solve problems and support ideas. 
•    Ability to understand the code\feature base and deliver assigned improvements. 
•    Ability to design well-organized code\testing methodologies. 
•    Ability to complete\validate medium features with minimal oversight. 
•    MS Office Suite 
•    Very good Windows experience 
•    Experience with Quality Assurance Test Tools.  
•    Exceptional interpersonal and teamwork skills. 

Accountabilities

•    Will have some supervisory responsibility and mentoring of other team members. 
•    Ability to work under tight deadlines.  
•    Ability to work under tight deadlines.  
•    Able to convey information concisely and clearly to all levels of personnel. 
•    Able to communicate with users in non-technical terms both verbally and in writing. 
•    Able to work with minimal supervision and to work on several active projects simultaneously. 
•    Ability to work on complex R&D projects under the supervision of more senior team members. 
•    Ability to communicate effectively across audiences and through multiple mediums. 
•    Ability to work with others of diverse backgrounds. 
•    Ability to exercise critical thinking and creative problem solving. 
•    Ability to work effectively as part of a cross-regional team. 
•    Ability to stay current on changing technologies and their applications in the utility industry. 
•    Ability to learn with little supervision and facilitate training and knowledge sharing within the team 

Education and Experience

•    Requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field and 1 - 5 years of test development experience, or master’s degree in related field and 1 - 5 years of engineering experience 

Landis+Gyr is a global leader in energy management solutions, operating in over 30 countries and headquartered in Switzerland. We are thrilled that you’ve considered Landis+Gyr to be a part of your professional journey. As a part of the L+G family, employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan featuring a generous company match incentive. Additionally, we offer three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) as well as eleven (11) paid holidays. We also offer a tuition reimbursement program, optional pet insurance, supplemental medical coverage and a host of other perks to ensure the health, wellness, and enrichment of our team members.
 
Pay is in the range of $67,100 - $100,287 per year. The position is eligible for a 401(k) match and consideration for an annual bonus. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, and certifications or other professional licenses held. All candidates are encouraged to apply.
 
 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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