Software Quality Test Engineer

at  Romet Limited

WHY YOU SHOULD COME WORK WITH THE ROMET TEAM:

• We offer market competitive salaries
• Annual bonus plan
• 100% company paid benefits
• Group retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Social events, a great team and more!
  ROMET Limited was founded in 1972. Today, Romet is an international market leader that provides end-to-end measurement solutions to natural gas utilities across the globe by providing best-in-class technologies to meet our customers’ needs now and 20 years from now. Our technological platforms are designed to seamlessly provide customer-centric measurement solutions. Our mission is centered on customer satisfaction through responsive deliveries, technical support and customer service that is matched with rugged and reliable products, manufactured with uncompromising quality, accuracy, and safety requirements. We will continue developing innovative technologies within the natural gas industry, promoting efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective energy solutions.
  Romet is a collaborative organization where talent is combined with experience to drive our business toward success. This is made possible by the work ethic, creativity and passion of our team members and their continued commitment to delivering customer satisfaction. Our team is truly diverse with different areas of expertise and backgrounds, all guided by a team of experienced and innovative leaders. Romet has been recognized as a Gold winner for Best Managed Companies in Canada for eight consecutive years.
  We are currently looking for a Software Quality Test Engineer to join our busy and growing manufacturing company. The successful candidate will be engaged in elevating the department and company to the next level. The incumbent will be forward looking and thrive in a culture of continuous improvement.
  For the right person this is an exciting opportunity to be developed and invested in to become an integral member of the Product Development and Engineering team. We are looking for a highly motivated, focused, and outgoing person who wants to springboard their career with a thriving manufacturing company. You will be provided the coaching and training needed throughout the onboarding and orientation process that will build from your base of skills acquired from your past experiences.
  You will learn our business during your training with our experts in Product Development, Engineering, and Customer Experience.
  If you are excited at the prospect of joining an award-winning, high growth, technically relevant organization this may be the opportunity for you.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Very good knowledge of Python is a must, Experience with Postman or Python Requests is a plus
• Good understanding of firmware test systems
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Great team player and able to work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Very good knowledge of communication protocols such as RS232/485, MQTT, Bluetooth
• Strong understanding of HW and electronic lab equipment (i.e. meters, oscilloscopes, & power supplies
• Ability to do small solder jobs is a plus
• Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. UI/CLI/API and DB test
• Experience with PYQT is a plus
• Working knowledge of Git, Jira, and Confluence
• Experience with Unit/ end-to-end / regression and integration testing
• Familiarity with databases for test data push storage and data retrieval isconsidered an asset
• Experience using (programming) ESP32 for test automation is a plus.

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 4 years degree in technology-related discipline
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Software Quality Assurance Specialist
• Experience in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test results
• Experience with regression, functional, and conformance testing
• Strong experience writing test cases, testing, and documenting results for Windows Application software, web, and mobile applications
• Must have experience with firmware test on simulators and/or hardware
• Must have experience with test automation using Python/Java Scripts

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Reporting directly to the VP of Product Development, the Software Quality Test Engineer (Firmware) will provide software quality assurance to the developers on usability and functionality of software as well as providing full planning of test procedures, and documenting all testing scenarios, standards, methods, and processes.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Design test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures
• Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to developers
• Document test procedures to ensure replicability and compliance with standards
• Plan test schedules or strategies in accordance with project scope or delivery dates
• Conduct software compatibility tests with programs, hardware, operating systems, or network environments
• Provide feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality
• Update automated test scripts to ensure accuracy
• Monitor program performance to ensure efficient and problem-free operations
• Develop or specify standards, methods, or procedures to determine product quality or release readiness
• Conduct historical analyses of test results
• All other duties as assigned